Glan Aber @Rydal Penrhos School
Glan Aber at Rydal Penrhos School offers group accommodation for up to 41 in Colwyn Bay near Snowdonia on the North Wales Coast
Glan Aber @Rydal Penrhos School, Pwllycrochan Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 7BT
Call Maria McLean or Helen Thomas on 01492 530155
Catered accommodation perfect for school and youth groups
Situated in the heart of North Wales, Glan Aber is a charming heritage property at Rydal Penrhos School. As one of the school’s oldest and most characterful boarding houses, it offers a comfortable and well-equipped base for groups looking to explore North Wales’ stunning coastline and mountains from the seaside town of Colwyn Bay.
Glan Aber accommodates up to 41 guests in single beds across 11 rooms and three floors. 2 of the smaller rooms are en-suite, the rest share bathroom facilities. Guests have access to a comfortable lounge, a kitchenette, complimentary WiFi, and free on-site parking.
With the option of fully catered or partly catered packages, guests at Glan Aber can enjoy delicious, locally sourced meals prepared by Rydal Penrhos’ outstanding in-house catering team. Menus that can be tailored to individual or team dietary requirements.
Groups staying at Glan Aber can enjoy top-class sports and adventure facilities, including a four-lane heated indoor swimming pool, a state-of-the-art Astro Turf pitch, a fully equipped gym, and multi-purpose Sports Hall. Making the most of the school’s outstanding facilities, guests can also use classrooms and meeting spaces for workshops or team building.
The Events Team can help tailor your stay with on-site and off-site activities, including sailing with RYA-accredited instructors, hiking and climbing in Snowdonia, kayaking and paddleboarding in stunning coastal and lake locations, or taking guided excursions to historic landmarks.
Explore the best of North Wales from Glan Aber. With beaches, mountains, castles, and world-class attractions on your doorstep, Rydal Penrhos is the perfect base for adventure. From climbing Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), Wales’ highest peak, to exploring Conwy’s UNESCO-listed castle, there are a wealth of natural and man-made points of interest. For those seeking adventure, Zip World boasts the world’s fastest zip line, and Rib Ride offer high-speed boat tours along the Menai Strait.
Glan Aber accommodates up to 41 guests in single beds across 11 rooms and three floors. 2 of the smaller rooms are en-suite, the rest share bathroom facilities. Guests have access to a comfortable lounge, a kitchenette, complimentary WiFi, and free on-site parking.
With the option of fully catered or partly catered packages, guests at Glan Aber can enjoy delicious, locally sourced meals prepared by Rydal Penrhos’ outstanding in-house catering team. Menus that can be tailored to individual or team dietary requirements.
Groups staying at Glan Aber can enjoy top-class sports and adventure facilities, including a four-lane heated indoor swimming pool, a state-of-the-art Astro Turf pitch, a fully equipped gym, and multi-purpose Sports Hall. Making the most of the school’s outstanding facilities, guests can also use classrooms and meeting spaces for workshops or team building.
The Events Team can help tailor your stay with on-site and off-site activities, including sailing with RYA-accredited instructors, hiking and climbing in Snowdonia, kayaking and paddleboarding in stunning coastal and lake locations, or taking guided excursions to historic landmarks.
Explore the best of North Wales from Glan Aber. With beaches, mountains, castles, and world-class attractions on your doorstep, Rydal Penrhos is the perfect base for adventure. From climbing Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), Wales’ highest peak, to exploring Conwy’s UNESCO-listed castle, there are a wealth of natural and man-made points of interest. For those seeking adventure, Zip World boasts the world’s fastest zip line, and Rib Ride offer high-speed boat tours along the Menai Strait.
Glan Aber, a charming boarding house at Rydal Penrhos School, accommodates up to 41 guests at any time of year. Just a five-minute walk from Rhos-on-Sea’s sandy beaches and a short drive to Snowdonia, Glan Aber offers access to the school's first-in-class sports and meeting facilities. Fully or partly catered packages are available, with optional on-site and off-site activities.
Situated in the heart of North Wales, Glan Aber is a charming heritage property at Rydal Penrhos School. As one of the school’s oldest and most characterful boarding houses, it offers a comfortable and well-equipped base for groups looking to explore North Wales’ stunning coastline and mountains from the seaside town of Colwyn Bay.
Glan Aber accommodates up to 41 guests in single beds across 11 rooms and three floors. 2 of the smaller rooms are en-suite, the rest share bathroom facilities. Guests have access to a comfortable lounge, a kitchenette, complimentary WiFi, and free on-site parking.
With the option of fully catered or partly catered packages, guests at Glan Aber can enjoy delicious, locally sourced meals prepared by Rydal Penrhos’ outstanding in-house catering team. Menus that can be tailored to individual or team dietary requirements.
Groups staying at Glan Aber can enjoy top-class sports and adventure facilities, including a four-lane heated indoor swimming pool, a state-of-the-art Astro Turf pitch, a fully equipped gym, and multi-purpose Sports Hall. Making the most of the school’s outstanding facilities, guests can also use classrooms and meeting spaces for workshops or team building.
The Events Team can help tailor your stay with on-site and off-site activities, including sailing with RYA-accredited instructors, hiking and climbing in Snowdonia, kayaking and paddleboarding in stunning coastal and lake locations, or taking guided excursions to historic landmarks.
Explore the best of North Wales from Glan Aber. With beaches, mountains, castles, and world-class attractions on your doorstep, Rydal Penrhos is the perfect base for adventure. From climbing Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), Wales’ highest peak, to exploring Conwy’s UNESCO-listed castle, there are a wealth of natural and man-made points of interest. For those seeking adventure, Zip World boasts the world’s fastest zip line, and Rib Ride offer high-speed boat tours along the Menai Strait.
Glan Aber accommodates up to 41 guests in single beds across 11 rooms and three floors. 2 of the smaller rooms are en-suite, the rest share bathroom facilities. Guests have access to a comfortable lounge, a kitchenette, complimentary WiFi, and free on-site parking.
With the option of fully catered or partly catered packages, guests at Glan Aber can enjoy delicious, locally sourced meals prepared by Rydal Penrhos’ outstanding in-house catering team. Menus that can be tailored to individual or team dietary requirements.
Groups staying at Glan Aber can enjoy top-class sports and adventure facilities, including a four-lane heated indoor swimming pool, a state-of-the-art Astro Turf pitch, a fully equipped gym, and multi-purpose Sports Hall. Making the most of the school’s outstanding facilities, guests can also use classrooms and meeting spaces for workshops or team building.
The Events Team can help tailor your stay with on-site and off-site activities, including sailing with RYA-accredited instructors, hiking and climbing in Snowdonia, kayaking and paddleboarding in stunning coastal and lake locations, or taking guided excursions to historic landmarks.
Explore the best of North Wales from Glan Aber. With beaches, mountains, castles, and world-class attractions on your doorstep, Rydal Penrhos is the perfect base for adventure. From climbing Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), Wales’ highest peak, to exploring Conwy’s UNESCO-listed castle, there are a wealth of natural and man-made points of interest. For those seeking adventure, Zip World boasts the world’s fastest zip line, and Rib Ride offer high-speed boat tours along the Menai Strait.
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41: 1x2, 3x3, 5x4, 2x5Open:
All year except Xmas and the New YearPrice per night:
Whole hostel: Oct-Mar £900, April-May £1050, June-Sept £1200Directions:
Less than a 5-minute drive from the A55. Exit at Junction 21 and head westbound along Conway Road (A547) to the roundabout near St John’s Church, then exit onto Pwllycrochan Avenue.Public Transport :
Bus stop within 200m of Glan Aber, with frequent services to Llandudno and Rhyl via the No. 12 service. Train links via Colwyn Bay Train Station, just a 5-minute walk (500m) away.Walks :
Traws Eyri Wales Coast Path Snowdonia way Cambrian Way
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The perfect place for school groups on the North Wales Coast
April 16th 2025
Part of Rydal Penrhos School in Colwyn Bay, Glan Aber Residential Centre can accommodate groups of up to 41. Your group can enjoy, full or half board catering, all single beds in 11 small bedrooms, access to top-class sports and adventure facilities, including a four-lane heated indoor swimming pool, a state-of-the-art Astro Turf pitch, a fully equipped gym, and multi-purpose Sports Hall. Plus classrooms and meeting spaces.
A range of instructor-led outdoor activities can be booked on- or 0ff-site if required. There are beaches, mountains and castles on the doorsteps and attractions such as Zip World and rib rides nearby.
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