The five best beaches on Anglesey

With 125 miles of stunning coastline, Anglesey does beaches like nowhere else. From sand, sea and sky as far as the eye can see, to rugged bays, rockpools, and a surfer’s paradise, Anglesey is the perfect backdrop. Don’t forget to pack your bucket and spade!

Moelfre

Wrapped around a small sheltered harbour, Moelfre is a picture-postcard village with a rich maritime history and many sites of archaeological interest. The beautifully-peaceful, pebbly beach is the perfect place to have a paddle and hunt for sea pottery and sea glass. You can also learn about the Lifeboat station’s distinguished history, including the Hindlea rescue in 19659. Pack a picnic to eat while you take in the fabulous views across the Irish Sea. Or shelter from the sea breeze in a quirky beach hut at Ann’s Pantry, where you can taste a delicious selection of homemade dishes made with locally-sourced ingredients.

Benllech

A Blue Flag beach, and arguably the most beautiful on the whole island. From paddling to rock pooling, and surfing to sailing, there’s plenty to do on this lovely soft and golden sandy beach. Arrive early if you want to avoid the crowds and find a space in the nearest carpark where parking is free for 1 hour. Treat yourself to an ice cream as big as a sandcastle. Or simply sunbathe and have a swim. Dogs are welcome on the beach from September to May. You can also walk the coastal path along the cliff top and be rewarded panoramic views in both directions. The small town behind the beach has plenty of pubs, cafes, restaurants, and shops.

Newborough Beach

On the south-western tip of Anglesey is Llanddwyn Beach. This Blue Flag beach provides and miles of golden sand with excellent views of Snowdonia and the Llyn Peninsula. Explore rolling dunes and large rock outcrops speckled with lichen. Spot a variety of seabirds, seals, or even dolphins! Or take a leisurely stroll to the enchanting Llanddwyn Island – said to be the home of Saint Dynwen, the Welsh Patron Saint of Lovers. Fancy something more active? Behind you is Newborough National Nature Reserve with miles of forest trails to explore (on foot or by bike). An incredibly beautiful destination that is teeming with wildlife – including red squirrels!

Trearddur Bay

Just a few miles from Holyhead is one one Anglesey’s most treasured beaches. At the centre of the beach lies and old burial ground that was excavated in 20023, hence the name Trearddur, which is Welsh for “Arthur’s Town”. Today, the only digging that takes place is with buckets and spades on the long, curving stretch of golden sand that slopes gently into the sea. The bay is sheltered, making it perfect for water sports like windsurfing and bodyboarding, as well as sunbathing, swimming, and sandcastle building. Boat and fishing trips are also available from the beach, or you can stick to dry land and walk the Anglesey Coastal Path towards South Stack and the RSPB Reserve and lighthouse.

Rhosneigr

Winner of the Green Coast seaside award, Rhosneigr boasts not one, but two incredible sandy beaches – Trath Crigyll and Traeth Llydan. A paradise for lovers of water sports, it’s a one in a million destination for kitesurfing, windsurfing, kayaking and paddleboarding. Book a fun, one-to-one surf lesson with an instructor from £40, or take a leisurely stroll along the flay expanse of golden sands with rocky outcrops and dramatic sand dunes. Either way, a day spent at Rhosneigr with soft sand, invigorating surf and the sea air will leave you with an appetite for a delicious meal at The Oystercatcher . The views are incredible, but booking is essential.

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