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Penmaenmawr

Built-up area in Conwy, Wales

Coordinates:53.268, -3.926
OS grid ref:SH 71 76
Population:2,535
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The coastal town of Penmaenmawr sits on the north coast of Wales in the county borough of Conwy, tucked beneath the rocky ridge of Penmaen Mawr. It has a long promenade and pebble beaches and offers easy access to the North Wales walking routes and the hills of Snowdonia, so it’s popular with walkers and families alike.

Granite quarrying shaped the town’s economy and skyline from the 19th century, and the industrial heritage is still visible in quarry faces and local buildings. Today Penmaenmawr is a mix of a close-knit community, holiday accommodation and commuter homes, with simple cafes and clubs, seasonal events and straightforward rail and road links putting Conwy and Llandudno a short journey away.

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Transport links

  • Liverpool John Lennon Airport 44.7 miles71.9 km
  • Manchester Airport 68.4 miles110.1 km
  • Penmaenmawr Railway Station 0.2 miles0.3 km
  • Llanfairfechan Railway Station 2.5 miles4 km

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Schools in Penmaenmawr

  • Ysgol Pencae Primary

Local points of interest

  • Aberconwy Abbey (Conwy, Wales) 1199-1283 Historic site 4.1 miles6.6 km
  • Bodnant Garden Gardens 5.8 miles9.3 km
  • Carneddau Mountains 6.8 miles10.9 km
  • Maenan Abbey Historic site 8 miles12.9 km
  • Penrhyn Castle Estate 8 miles12.9 km
  • Farrar Road stadium Stadium 9.1 miles14.6 km
  • Treborth Estate 11 miles17.7 km
  • Plas Newydd Country house 12.8 miles20.6 km
  • National Slate Museum Museum 12.8 miles20.6 km
  • Gwydyr Forest Forest 13.3 miles21.5 km
  • Llanidan House Estate 14.5 miles23.4 km
  • Traeth Lligwy Beach 15.2 miles24.5 km