Llandudno

Yesterdays beach trip took us to Llandudno. We had planned to take a trip out onto Great Orme, the prominent limestone headland west of the town that boasts amazing views and interesting flora and fauna, however traffic slowed or journey considerably and we ran out of time. This being said we were in no way disappointed with our day out and discovered the most amazing seaside town hidden away on the north coast. 

We have driven past this area many times and I had no idea of the scale of this town, or the extent of its many attractions. I have never been anywhere with so many hotels and B & B's, and it seems although long established as an area of civilisation, Llandudno was greatly developed to become the town we see today through the Victorian era.

The town is beautifully maintained. A very traditional seaside resort that appears to have suffered little from a decline in interest and tourism unlike so many of the English seaside resorts of a similar size. The backdrop to the town is Snowdonia and there are amazing views of the neighbouring mountains from many of the streets.

The beachfront was packed with holiday makers, although there is still a great feeling of space in Llandudno itself, and we greatly enjoyed our brief exploration of the town.

There are still many things to return and explore in full including the Grade II listed pier, Great Orme and Little Orme, the west coastline of the peninsula, and the town itself. I am also planning a winter visit as it is the most beautiful town that I would like to photograph early one morning on a quiet day when no one is around.