Visitors can learn about the Welsh town’s fascinating history
A seaside town in North Wales is home to a castle, lively harbour and its own Liverpool pub. Conwy, located around an hour and a half drive from Liverpool, has welcomed visitors for generations and will become busier in the next few weeks as the summer months approach.
The historic North Wales town is a has plenty for visitors to do if you’re looking for a relaxing day out. Many visitors will go for a leisurely walk along the Conwy Castle Town Walls, which make up part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site that includes castles at Beaumaris, Harlech and Conwy.
There are several pay and display car parks around the town, with one located next to Conwy Castle.
Conwy Castle was built by King Edward I after he defeated the Welsh Prince Llywelyn the Last in 1284, employing more than 1,500 workmen to complete it.
To this day, Conwy remains one of Britain’s best example of a medieval walled town. The walls offer an excellent view of the town and surrounding areas.
Visitors can also explore the town’s mussel fishing industry, which has been there since the Roman times. Conwy mussels are harvested by handraking the natural mussel bed of the Conwy estuary in North Wales.
Fresh fish, crab sandwiches and live mussels, are available from Conwy Mussels Company, located on The Quay.
The Quay is a great spot for visitors, with sightseeing cruises and boat trips available. Cruises can include occasional bird wildlife excursions which can include heron, oyster catchers, curlews, cormorants, egrets and swans.
Along the way on Lower Gate Street, the Liverpool Arms has expansive outside seating for visitors to take in the breath-taking views over the estuary and Conwy Castle. It is said to be the oldest traditional pub in the town, offering a weekly pub quiz and live band nights.
The pub is located next to an unusual building, the smallest house in Great Britain. People can step inside for £1.50 for adults or £1 for children.
The town itself is home to several B&Bs, pubs and cafes so there’s plenty of places to stop for a relax.
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