Pensarn to Llandudno – on the Wales Coast Path
An easy walk on surfaced paths and seaside promenades with wide views out to sea, a seal haul-out, and a delightful grassy section over the Little Orme’s limestone headland, to reach charming, classical Llandudno with its pier and grand hotels
- Chester-Flint Castle
- Flint Castle-Talacre Dunes
- Talacre Dunes-Pensarn
- Pensarn-Llandudno
- Llandudno-Conwy
- Conwy-Llanfairfechan
- Llanfairfechan-Bangor
- Bangor Pier
Outline
Distance: 12.5 miles/ 20 kilometres
Start: Abergele & Pensarn Station – SH 986747
Finish: Llandudno Pier – SH 783829
Maps: OS Landranger 116 Denbigh and Colwyn Bay; and OS Explorer 264 Vale of Clwyd + OL 17 Snowdonia
Services: Cafe and toilets on promenade at Pensarn. Plenty of cafes, pubs, takeaways, shops and accommodation at Colwyn Bay and Rhos-on-Sea. All facilities in the large seaside town of Llandudno. Tourist Information Centre in Llandudno. Railway stations at Pensarn, Colwyn Bay and Llandudno; regular trains along the North Wales coast make it easy to walk a day section (or more) and catch the train back; stations at Pensarn and Llandudno Junction – book train tickets here
Where to stay:
Golden gate holiday park Towyn
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Plan your trip
Wales is a dream destination for independent travellers. The Welsh Coastal Path is easy to reach by bus, train and plane, hire car or campervan. Stay in a cosy hotel, holiday home or friendly B&B. And don’t forget holiday insurance. It pays to plan ahead. Book Now
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