Conwy
A complete ring of medieval walls around a castle town.
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Conwy is one of the great walled towns of Europe, its medieval ramparts still circling the town intact, anchored by Edward I's castle at the estuary mouth. Both are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the quay below holds what is claimed to be the smallest house in Britain.
Staying near Conwy
A superb, characterful base at the seaward end of the valley, with the castle, walls, quay and restaurants all within the walls, and Snowdonia rising immediately behind.
What's here
Conwy Castle and the full circuit of the town walls; the Smallest House in Great Britain on the quay; Plas Mawr, a perfectly preserved Elizabethan townhouse; and mussels from the estuary.
When to visit
Year-round; the town is atmospheric even in winter. Summer and half-terms are busy on the main north Wales route.
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Common questions
Can you walk the town walls in Conwy?
Yes. Conwy has one of the most complete sets of medieval town walls in Britain, and much of the circuit is open to walk, giving elevated views over the castle, the estuary and the mountains behind. The walls and castle together form part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Where is the smallest house in Britain?
The Smallest House in Great Britain stands on the quay at Conwy — a tiny red cottage just over three metres high and less than two metres wide, lived in until the early 20th century. It is open to visitors for a small charge.