Attractions
 The beautiful Isle of Anglesey boasts over 100 miles of spectacular coastline within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Variety is its special attraction, all of which is easily accessible from Ty Newydd Leisure Park. Anglesey is steeped in a rich archaeological and historical heritage. It is unmatched in the variety of wildlife habitats from the great sea cliffs, estuaries, lagoons and dunes on the coast to the lakes, wetlands, heaths and farmland of the interior.
During your visit, discover Anglesey's culinary diversity by enjoying some of the mouth watering dishes all using local produce. Anglesey is known locally as Ôn Mam Cymru the Mother of Wales, a reference to the historical role of the island as the bread-basket of Wales.
Beaches The spectacular nature of Anglesey's coastline has long attracted a wide variety of visitors. Dedicated beach lovers can choose from sweeping sandy beaches of Llanddwyn, Red Wharf Bay, Benllech and Cemaes Bay or the more intimate coves of Porth Swtan, Moelfre, Cable Bay and Porth Cwyfan. If you'd prefer an area that offers more active water pursuits then Rhosneigr, Beaumaris or Holyhead are the places to visit.
Countryside The Isle of Anglesey has an impressive variety of landscapes and wildlife. Anglesey's cliffs, quiet coves and wide open wetland areas make it a bird watcher's paradise. Spring turns the island into a great rock garden and a simple stroll can reveal hundreds of beautiful flowers. An extensive network of coastal and inland paths enables you to explore all the differing countryside throughout the year.
Sport If you are looking for an active holiday, the Isle of Anglesey has a lot going for it. It is an ideal place for watersports throughout the year. Golfers are also well catered for with numerous courses including four challenging 18 hole courses. Discovering Anglesey on a bicycle is becoming more popular, whether you consider yourself a serious cyclist or just enjoy meandering.
Here are some of the many attractions the island boasts;
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Anglesey Model Village
Parc Newborough, Llanfair PG, LL61 6RS
Tel: 01248 440477
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Anglesey Sea Zoo
Brynsiencyn, Llanfair PG, LL61 6TQ
Tel: 01248 430411 Fax: 01248 430213
www.angleseyseazoo.co.uk |
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Foel Farm Park
Foel Farm, Brynsiencyn, Llanfair PG, LL61 6TQ
Tel: 01248 430646 Fax: 01248 430066 |
Foel Farm Park is a genuine working farm situated in a beautiful location on the shores of the Menai Strait near Brynsiencyn, south west of Anglesey overlooking Caernarfon Castle and Snowdonia |
Henblas Country Park
Bodorgan, Anglesey, LL62 5DL
Tel: 01407 840440 |
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Llyn Alaw
Llantrisant, Holyhead, Ynys Mon, LL65 4TW
Tel: 01407 730762 Fax: 01407 730037 |
One of the best trout fishing lakes in Wales. Well stocked with both Rainbow and Brown Trout. Fly, spinner allowed. Fishing tackle and worms for sale and fishing boats for hire. Llyn Alaw is well known for the variety of birds found there, often rare species turn up. There are abundant wild flowers and butterflies. There are two bird hides. Three picnic sites and a network of paths linked to the Sannan and Ceidio Circular walks. There is also small information centre with details about Llyn Alaw and wildlife |
Llyn y gors Coarse Fishery
Llyn Y Gors, Llandegfan, Menai Bridge
Anglesey, LL59 5PN
Tel: 01248 713410 Fax: 01248 716324
www.llynygors.co.uk |
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Museum of Childhood Memories
1 Castle Street, Beaumaris, LL58 8AP
Tel: 01248 712498 |
Every room, every exhibit, breathes the Magic of Childhood. A visit to the Museum of Childhood Memories is a uniquely memorable experience. The collection is of absorbing interest to adults and children alike. From an historical angle, it illustrates visually the habits and interests that brought pleasure to families over the past 150 years.
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Pili Palas
Ffordd Penmynydd, Porthaethwy, LL59 5RP
Tel: 01248 712474 Fax: 01248 716518
www.pilipalas.co.uk |
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Royal Society for the Protection of Birds
Plas Nico, South Stack, Holyhead, LL65 1YH
Tel: 01407 764973
www.rspb.org.uk
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