Best Places to Watch the Sunset in North Wales

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The end of summer may be near, but that’s no reason to say bye to the sun! Here are our top 10 places to watch the sunset in North Wales.

Get your camera ready and your Instagram game on – the gorgeous summer sunsets in North Wales are certainly not to be missed! Nothing beats marking the end of a sunny September day with a poignant view of that glorious sun, and we certainly know the best spots to watch the sunset here in our favourite place.

Whether you’re high up in the clouds among the region’s many mountain ranges or chilling on the beach after a day in the sand, there’s plenty of photo opportunities to catch the last of the rays here in beautiful North Wales.

Best places to watch the sunset in North Wales

Be a sunset warrior and be sure to head to these local hotspots where you can enjoy a drink (or two!) underneath the beautiful setting sun:

1. Beach Hut Cafe & Bar, Prestatyn

Only a pebble’s throw from the award-winning Blue Flag Beach of Prestatyn, the Beach Hut Cafe & Bar is open for outdoor dining and drinks, as well as takeaways and indoor service.

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2. Kite Surf Cafe, Rhyl

Put your feet up and enjoy the view from this gorgeous beachfront cafe on Rhyl’s waterfront. Expect fresh coffee, ice creams, hot waffles, cookie dough, legendary gins and fine beers – all while you watch the wealth of watersports going on in the Marina!

3. 1891 Restaurant, Rhyl

Combine cuisine and culture at the 1891 Restaurant which proudly sits on the first floor of Rhyl Pavillion Theatre. Fancy a refreshingly quick drink, a longer lingering dinner, or a bite to eat before the theatre? 1891 is the perfect place!

4. The Mulberry, Conwy

A cosy waterfront pub with an eclectic menu of familiar comfort food and unbeatable views? These are just a few reasons to visit The Mulberry, located on the stunning Conwy Marina.

5. Pendyffryn Hall Clubhouse, Penmaenmawr

Boasting stunning views of the Irish Sea, Penmaenmawr itself and Puffin Island, many an owner and happy camper have enjoyed the sunset from this newly refurbished terrace at Lyons Pendyffryn Hall.

6. The Quay Hotel & Spa, Deganwy

Enjoy fresh local ingredients from the new Ebb & Flow restaurant, or treat yourself to a refreshing drink at The Cove Bar which sits overlooking the gorgeous Conwy River and Estuary.

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7. The Tavern on the Bay, Anglesey

The delights of Red Wharf Bay await you at the beachside Tavern on the Bay, offering quality dining to the backdrop of a mesmerising 270° panoramic view that takes in all of the Angelsey coastlines and beyond.

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Where’s your favourite place to see the sun go down? Whether its over Keswick at Lyons Manor House Park, or on the golden sands of Lyons Lido Beach, we’d love to see your sunset pics so get tagging on Facebook and Instagram using the hashtag #mylyonsparks!

A group of Zebras is called a Dazzle, and ZeZe certainly Dazzles with her hip dance moves and rocking smusic taste

The latest member of the Beach Buddies is ZeZe! After Leo, Milo and Hetty enjoyed the delights of Mombasa Beach and the Chalbi desert on their backpacking trip through Kenya, they made a friend in ZeZe, the sassy, rockin’ and dazzling Zebra. ZeZe has a natural flair for playing any instrument available to her and she loves writing songs for her friends. Much to the delight of Hetty who loves a boogie.

You can catch ZeZe at ZeZe’s Eco Fashion, Beach Buddy Pap Call, Beach Buddy Showtime and ZeZe’s Birthday Party. Check the events calendar for more details.

Milo loves to tell jokes… “Why did the monkey take its banana to the doctors? It wasn’t peeling good.”

A cheeky-chappie who loves to joke, Milo is enthusiastic about EVERYTHING! You will often see Milo bounding around park, full of energy. Milo absolutely loves all things bananas; Banana bread, banana
cookies, banana milk! Milo’s favourite dance move is the “banana split!”, letting his creativity shine when he’s rapping and dancing, Milo loves joining Hetty in making up new, cool moves. The laughter never stops when Milo is around with his funny jokes, friendly pranks and infectious chuckle! Milo’s good-nature and zest for
life, means you just want to be around him all the time.

You can catch Milo at Milo’s Make a Mess, Beach Buddy Pap Call, Beach Buddy Showtime and Milo’s Birthday Party. Check your parks event calendar for more details!

Cool and smart, Leo is definitely, the “mane” man!

Full of energy, Leo is a probably the coolest guy you’ll ever meet and he loves making new friends! You will often find Leo socialising with all his friends and hosting the best parties. Keeping active is Leo’s favourite way to spend his time! Leo will try any sport or activity from playing basketball and football to archery, becoming a master of them all! Smart, logical and grounded, Leo leads his Buddies, always thinking of games and exciting activities. You can’t help but smile when Leo is around.

You can catch Leo at Leo’s Sports Day, Beach Buddy Pap Call, Beach Buddy Showtime and Leo’s Birthday Party.

Hetty always says, “I’m gonna hippo-pot-a-miss you!” When it's time to say goodbye

The quietest of all her friends with a big imagination, Hetty always has the most fantastical, creative ideas and believes that all dreams can come true! Hetty can often be found dancing around park and making up new moves with Milo for her friends to join in all her dances. Hetty loves all things colourful and covered in sparkles, her favourite colour is pink… all shades of pink! Baby pink, bubble-gum pink, flamingo… She loves them all! Kind-hearted and loveable, Hetty loves to meet new friends and giving them all a big hippo hug. You can’t help but feel all warm and fuzzy when you meet Hetty.

Come and see Hetty at Hetty’s Sensory Play, Beach Buddy Showtime, Beach Buddy Pap Call and Hetty’s Birthday Party. Check your parks event calendar for more details.