Library and Civic Hall

Conwy's Library and Civic Hall sits right in the heart of the walled town, a proper Victorian building that does exactly what it says on the tin. It's a working library first and foremost - books, computers, the usual council services - but the real draw is the civic hall itself, which hosts everything from local exhibitions to community events. The architecture alone is worth poking your head in for if you're wandering round Conwy's medieval streets.

This isn't a tourist attraction in the conventional sense. You won't spend hours here unless you're genuinely interested in local history or need to pick up a book. But if you're based at one of the nearby caravan parks - Hafan y Gogarth, Dinarth Hall, or Wern Farm are all within a couple of miles - it's a handy pit stop on a rainy afternoon. The building itself reflects the town's Victorian confidence, back when Conwy was a proper seaside resort.

Admission is free, naturally. The real value is in getting a feel for how modern Conwy ticks alongside all the castle tourism. If you've got kids, the library section keeps them occupied for twenty minutes or so. For history buffs exploring the town's layers - medieval walls, Victorian expansion, modern Wales - it's worth ten minutes to see how the community presents itself. Don't make a special trip, but don't skip it either if you're staying locally.