Every day, tens of thousands of drivers whizz past the beach without a second thought. The construction of the A55 some 35 years ago stripped it of its Edwardian promenade and some of its charm. But beyond the road's concrete barriers, the magic is still there.
For those willing to venture off the Expressway, Penmaenmawr's sandy beach can be a delightful surprise. The views are breathtaking and the modern promenade has all the amenities needed to make it a true family resort. At high tide, the beach may not look very inviting as only stones and groynes are visible.
But when the tide recedes, the full splendour of the place is revealed: a vast sandy beach, six miles long, stretching all the way to Penmaenbach, with areas designated for dogs and the rest left for families, anglers and watersports enthusiasts. Find out about the latest events in Wales by signing up to our What's On newsletter here READ MORE: The UK's affordable seaside town that locals call 'so friendly' with £60k properties READ MORE: 'Secret' Welsh beach with stunning views accessed via tunnel under railway line Nestled at the foot of Eryri (Snowdonia), the beach offers stunning views of Anglesey's coast, Puffin Island and the Menai Straits. To the east, Llandudno's Great Orme looms on the horizon, reports North Wales Live .
It's been a favourite spot for taking in the sea air and admiring the views for many years. Penmaenmawr, once famous for its granite mines, attracted wealthy holidaymakers in the 19th cen.