Llandudno is a Victorian seaside town in North Wales and is the perfect base to explore beaches, nature, castles and more all while being evoked by a sense of nostalgia
For a slice of nostalgic British seaside, Llandudno in North Wales is a treasure waiting to be discovered on your next staycation.
Once a humble copper mining and fishing community nearly two centuries back, it now stands as a proud Victorian seaside resort. Despite the region’s old school feel which evokes feelings “like going back 50 years” as described by The Times, it still has an upmarket and buzzy feel to it. It’s also home to two award-winning beaches and certainly deserves a spot on your next UK adventure bucket list.
Perching on a peninsula that reaches into the Irish Sea, held by the Great Orme and Little Orme’s cliffs, here lie streets dotted with charming boutiques beneath vibrant awnings, nestled between shops’ ornate filigree and arching windows.
Stroll down the promenade, where you’ll pass the palm trees-lined 19th-century Llandudno Pier, a picturesque focal point of this coastal idyll. And when the weather graces you, gaze out for Snowdonia’s peaks or Puffin Island’s elusive silhouette – Llandudno offers a British take on a Mediterranean ambiance on just the right day.
Beachgoers can enjoy donkey rides and live music on the shores of Llandudno, where both the North Shore Beach and West Shore Beach have gained recognition for their stunning coastal landscapes. Meanwhile, to the northwest of the town lies the breathtaking Great Orme cliffs – a heritage coast and site of special scientific interest that is not to be missed, reports the Express.
Here, you’ll find historic tunnels that connect a cavern to the Great Orme Mines. In the east, the Little Orme nature reserve offers scenic beauty, while the 1902 Great Orme Tramway takes you on a scenic journey to the headland’s summit.
“Beautiful stunning place with the most spectacular views,” wrote one TripAdvisor reviewer. Another said: “Just an absolutely beautiful area. We picked the perfect day to visit.” Yet another visitor added: “My words alone won’t be enough to sell it.”
