This is where Pendyffryn Hall shows off. The leisure club is the crown jewel. An indoor pool that’s actually a decent size, not a glorified bathtub. A sauna that gets you sweating like you just ran a marathon in a wool coat. A steam room that makes your skin feel like a baby’s bottom.
Wait, there’s more! A gym. If you’re into that sort of thing. I prefer to burn calories by walking to the bar, but to each their own. The fitness classes are a vibe if you’re feeling energetic. Or you can just watch from the window while sipping a coffee. No judgement here.
Lyons Pendyffryn Hall Holiday Park & Country Club, Penmaenmawr, Conwy
Kids? They have a club. It’s basically a captive audience for entertainment and craft sessions. You can sip your wine in peace while a lovely person named Gemma teaches your child how to make a spider out of pipe cleaners. Win-win.
The Entertainment: A Little Bit Cheesy, A Whole Lot of Fun
Evenings at the clubhouse are an event. Live music? Check. Bingo? Oh, you bet. The bingo caller has the energy of a gameshow host who’s had three Red Bulls. The prizes are trivial, but the drama is real. People live for the full house.
There’s a kids’ disco too. It’s adorable chaos. Tiny humans flailing to “Macarena” while parents hide in the corner with a sly pint. The bar staff are quick, which is crucial when you’re watching your kid attempt the worm on a sticky floor.
The clubhouse itself is shockingly nice. It’s not a dimly lit shack. It’s a proper function room with a dance floor and a stage. You might even feel fancy. Until someone accidentally spilt their cider on your shoes. Ah, the great British holiday experience.