Eirias Park facts for kids
Eirias Park (also known as Parc Eirias in Welsh) is a huge public park in Colwyn Bay, Wales. It covers about 50 acres, which is like 38 football fields! People sometimes call it "The park by the sea" because it's so close to the coast. This park is a popular spot for sports and fun activities. It has a big sports complex, including the famous Eirias Stadium and the Colwyn Leisure Centre.
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Park History: How it Started
Eirias Park has been a public space for a long time. The local council first bought 27 acres of land for the park on April 12, 1921. A few years later, in 1929, they bought the rest of the land. The park's playing fields officially opened on September 27, 1923. Imagine all the games and fun that have happened there since!
Fun Things to Do at Eirias Park
Eirias Park is packed with cool facilities for everyone. Whether you love swimming, playing sports, or just hanging out, there's something for you.
Colwyn Leisure Centre: Dive In!
The Colwyn Leisure Centre is a big part of Eirias Park. It was opened by Princess Margaret in 1981. Inside, you'll find a fantastic six-lane swimming pool that's 25 metres long. It has fun water features and even a separate water slide! There's also a large sports hall for different games. If you like to relax, there's a fitness room, a sauna, a steam room, and a warm spa pool.
Eirias Events Centre: Learn and Play
Built in 2011, the Eirias Events Centre is a modern building. It has special rooms for meetings and classes, perfect for businesses or groups. It also includes an indoor sports pitch, a gym, and a high-tech area for sports analysis. This means athletes can study their performance to get even better!
Outdoor Adventures: Get Active!
Outside, Eirias Park offers even more ways to have fun.
- Eirias Stadium: This stadium opened in 1955 and was updated in 2011. It hosts many local and international sports events.
- Sports Pitches: There's a special floodlit area for hockey and football.
- Tennis Courts: You can play tennis both indoors and outdoors.
- Bowling Greens: Perfect for a relaxing game of bowls.
- Boating Lake: Enjoy a peaceful ride on the water.
- Playground: Kids can have a blast on the playground.
- Picnic Areas: Great spots to enjoy a meal outdoors with friends and family.
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Eirias Park in 1935
