Conwy is a magnificently preserved walled and fortified town of quaint narrow streets. Amongst other attractions the town boasts Britain's smallest house, a Victorian fisherman's cottage. Measuring 6' in width and standing 10' high; its two rooms are linked by a vertical staircase. The whole scene is dominated by the magnificent castle.

The towns of Conwy and Deganwy are host and home to large fleets of small craft, either moored in the River or at one of the two marinas. Conwy Marina is the longer established and at one time was accessible at all states of the tide. Problems developed with siltation and if I remember correctly a partial collapse of a wall. The Marina now has a flap gate that limits access to the top half of the tide. ... read more

Entrance to Conwy can be made in most conditions, but with strong onshore winds and an ebbing tide it is advisable to give it a miss for the first time visitor. Conwy Bay lies between Puffin Island and Great Orme Head, both of which are easily recognisable. Pilotage details now follow:

The first stage involves finding and identifying the red-and-white fairway buoy, (LFl.10s), the co-ordinates of which are given in the data. ... read more

There is really no room to anchor in the River, all available space is filled up with moorings many of which dry.

Access to either Marina is around three hours either side of high water, and visiting yachtsmen or motorboaters will need to call them up on VHF channel 80, either Conwy Quays Marina, or Deganwy Quays Marina to get berthing instructions and directions for crossing the sill. Further details and prices: ... read more