| Coordinates: | 53.072, -3.778 |
|---|---|
| OS grid ref: | SH 80 54 |
| Dialling code: | 01690 (Betws-y-Coed) |
The area of Uwch Conwy occupies the rural uplands above the River Conwy, with a patchwork of sheep farms, small villages and winding country lanes. Its higher ground gives expansive views towards Snowdonia and down to the Conwy estuary, so it appeals to walkers and those seeking quieter, scenic countryside close to the coast.
Locally the economy leans on agriculture, small-scale tourism and people who commute to nearby towns, and there is a strong sense of community with local halls, events and a notable Welsh-language presence. Historic and tourist attractions are within easy reach, including the medieval walls and Conwy Castle, which help draw visitors while residents maintain a largely close‑knit, rural way of life.
Postcode districts covering Uwch Conwy
Most populated places nearby
- Colwyn Bay 15.6 miles
- Rhyl 20.9 miles
- Prestatyn 23.4 miles
- Bangor 18.5 miles
- Abergele 16.6 miles
- Llandudno 17.2 miles
Neighbouring places
- Betws-y-Coed Built-up area 1.6 miles
- Bro Garmon Parish 2.4 miles
- Bro Machno Parish 3 miles
- Ysbyty Ifan Parish 4 miles
- Betws-y-Coed and Trefriw Ward 4.5 miles
- Pentrefoelas Parish 4.5 miles
- Llanrwst Built-up area 4.5 miles
- Dolwyddelan Parish 4.7 miles
- Capel Curig Parish 5.4 miles
- Llanrwst a Llanddoged Ward 5.9 miles
- Trefriw Built-up area 6 miles
- Llanddoged and Maenan Parish 7 miles
Example postcodes in Uwch Conwy
LL24 0UT, LL26 0TP, LL26 0NY, LL24 0YF, LL24 0UF, LL26 0RS, LL24 0PN, LL26 0TD, LL24 0RR … See all
Transport links
- Liverpool John Lennon Airport 42.5 miles
- Manchester Airport 65.2 miles
- Betws-y-Coed Railway Station 1.7 miles
- Pont-y-pant Station 3.5 miles
Hotels in Uwch Conwy Ad
- Afon Gwyn Country House 5
- Gwydyr Hotel 4
- Royal Oak Hotel 3
- The Waterloo Hotel 3
- Glan Aber Hotel 3
- The Vagabond Bunkhouse 3
- The Eagles Hotel 3
- The Meadowsweet Hotel 3
- Ty Gwyn Hotel 4
- Base Camp Snowdonia, Gwersyll Cyntaf Eryri
Schools in Uwch Conwy
- Ysgol Capel Garmon Primary
- Ysgol Penmachno Primary
- Ysgol Ysbyty Ifan Primary
Local points of interest
- Gwydyr Forest Forest 2.4 miles
- Maenan Abbey Historic site 7.2 miles
- Bodnant Garden Gardens 11.2 miles
- Carneddau Mountains 12 miles
- Maes Tegid Stadium 13.3 miles
- National Slate Museum Museum 14.4 miles
- Aberconwy Abbey (Conwy, Wales) 1199-1283 Historic site 14.6 miles
- Penrhyn Castle Estate 16.7 miles
- Porthmadog Stadium 17.2 miles
- Bodelwyddan Castle Historic site 17.4 miles
- Marble Church Historic site 17.9 miles
- Farrar Road stadium Stadium 18 miles