Penrhyn Bay

Settlement in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Penrhyn Bay

Sea wall at Rhos Point, Rhos on Sea Coastal management measures.
Sea wall at Rhos Point, Rhos on Sea Credit: Lizzie

Penrhyn Bay is a picturesque village located in the county of Caernarfonshire, Wales. Situated on the North Wales coast, the village lies about 4 miles east of the historic town of Conwy and 4 miles west of the popular seaside resort of Colwyn Bay. Its idyllic setting is characterized by stunning views of the Irish Sea and the nearby Great Orme headland.

The village is primarily residential, with a population of approximately 4,000 people. It offers a peaceful and tranquil environment, making it an attractive place to live for families and retirees. The community is well-served with amenities, including a local convenience store, a post office, and several pubs and restaurants. For a wider range of shopping and leisure activities, the larger towns of Llandudno and Conwy are easily accessible.

Penrhyn Bay boasts beautiful sandy beaches, perfect for enjoying long walks, picnics, or simply soaking up the sun. The village is also home to a golf club, which offers a challenging course and magnificent views of the surrounding landscape. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the nearby Little Orme nature reserve, a haven for birdwatching and an array of wildlife.

Transport links in Penrhyn Bay are excellent, with regular bus services connecting the village to neighboring towns and cities. The A55 expressway, a major road artery in North Wales, is easily accessible, providing convenient access to the rest of the region.

Overall, Penrhyn Bay is a charming coastal village that combines natural beauty with a strong sense of community, making it a desirable place to call home in Caernarfonshire.

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Penrhyn Bay Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.315279/-3.764954 or Grid Reference SH8281. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sea wall at Rhos Point, Rhos on Sea Coastal management measures.
Sea wall at Rhos Point, Rhos on Sea
Coastal management measures.
Rhos Point The North Wales Coastal Path at Rhos Point, which includes the Rhyl 5 cycleway
Rhos Point
The North Wales Coastal Path at Rhos Point, which includes the Rhyl 5 cycleway
Rhos on Sea  coast Road Houses on the coast road at Rhos on Sea behind the man made sea defences.
Rhos on Sea coast Road
Houses on the coast road at Rhos on Sea behind the man made sea defences.
Bae Penrhyn Public footpath between two houses on an estate which leads to steps down to the sea / beach at Penrhyn Bay
Bae Penrhyn
Public footpath between two houses on an estate which leads to steps down to the sea / beach at Penrhyn Bay
Bae Penrhyn Looking across the manmade sea defences towards the Little Orme from Penrhyn Bay.
Bae Penrhyn
Looking across the manmade sea defences towards the Little Orme from Penrhyn Bay.
Churchyard at Llandrillo yn Rhos The churchyard looking at the parish church at Llandrillo yn Rhos
Churchyard at Llandrillo yn Rhos
The churchyard looking at the parish church at Llandrillo yn Rhos
Penrhyn roundabout Roundabout at Penrhynside which leads away in the picture up towards the Little Orme
Penrhyn roundabout
Roundabout at Penrhynside which leads away in the picture up towards the Little Orme
St. Trillo's Church This is a view from the road looking NNW towards St. Trillo's church at Llandrillo yn Rhos.
St. Trillo's Church
This is a view from the road looking NNW towards St. Trillo's church at Llandrillo yn Rhos.
A welcome to Llandudno Sign on approach to town over the Little Orme
A welcome to Llandudno
Sign on approach to town over the Little Orme
Rhos on Sea Golf Course Looking South West on a frosty morning.
Rhos on Sea Golf Course
Looking South West on a frosty morning.
Bae Penrhyn Penrhyn Bay on a clear December day looking towards the Little Orme
Bae Penrhyn
Penrhyn Bay on a clear December day looking towards the Little Orme
Glanwydden Looking SE towards the village centre
Glanwydden
Looking SE towards the village centre
Near Pen Y Bont Looking Northwards with a view across the whole square
Near Pen Y Bont
Looking Northwards with a view across the whole square
Little Orme's Head Taken from the beach at Llandudno.
Little Orme's Head
Taken from the beach at Llandudno.
Coleg Llandrillo Cymru No longer 'The Tech', Coleg Llandrillo has been given a new front in keeping with its premier position as further-education provider to North Wales.
Coleg Llandrillo Cymru
No longer 'The Tech', Coleg Llandrillo has been given a new front in keeping with its premier position as further-education provider to North Wales.
Rhos Abbey and St Trillo's Apartments on Rhos Promenade
Rhos Abbey and St Trillo's Apartments on Rhos Promenade
Little Orme The Little Orme from Haulfre Gardens on the Great Orme.
Little Orme
The Little Orme from Haulfre Gardens on the Great Orme.
St. Trillo's Chapel on Rhos Point St. Trillo was a 6th century celtic saint.  The chapel is built over the holy well of St. Trillo.
St. Trillo's Chapel on Rhos Point
St. Trillo was a 6th century celtic saint. The chapel is built over the holy well of St. Trillo.
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Penrhyn Bay is located at Grid Ref: SH8281 (Lat: 53.315279, Lng: -3.764954)

Unitary Authority: Conwy

Police Authority: North Wales

Also known as: Bae Penrhyn

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