Walking in Wales and Anglesey

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Fast Facts:

Wales has an extensive network of coastal and inland paths for walkers
The 100's of miles of Coastal Paths which are suitable for walkers of all abilities and in parts for cyclists and horse riders covers a large percentage of the coast, crossing farmland, coastal heath, dunes, salt-marsh, foreshore, cliffs and pockets of woodland
The Anglesey Coastal Path links 36 coastal villages and towns and is a fantastic circular route for anyone
There are over 80 churches on Anglesey and half of these are on the Coastal Path
St Dwynwen’s Day is the Welsh patron saint of lovers, which makes her the Welsh equivalent of St Valentine. She founded a convent on Llanddwyn and the remains of Dwynwen’s church can still be seen today

Welsh Walking Breaks

North Wales Provides a huge variety of places to walk. The combination of mountains, beaches, and lakes makes North Wales the best place to go for beautiful scenery and for a varied walking experience that you will find no-where else.

Walks On Anglesey

Anglesey has approximately 125 miles of coastline, providing walkers with many beautiful beaches and coastal paths to enjoy. 95% of the coastline of Anglesey can be walked by taking the 125 mile Coastal Path which takes you right around Anglesey, taking you through 36 villages and past half of the 80 churches on Anglesey. This is a walk suitable for people of any ability and is sure to be a breathtaking experience for anyone.

Also many of the beaches along the coast of Anglesey are perfect for small strolls and every one of them is worth going to. Beaches like Newborough are the perfect places to go for walks because of their beautiful scenery and historic monuments.

Walks In Snowdonia

With 2000 miles of designated walking paths and choice of either strolling around lakes, walking through forests or climbing up mountains, Snowdonia is any walkers dream. Also, with the highest peak in Britain south of the Scottish highlands the mountain Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) attracts hundreds of walkers each year to tackle the summit and is ideal for anyone who fancies a challenge.

Walking on the Llyn Peninsula

With the choice of either walking along cliffs overlooking the stunning blue sea, or hiking over the undulating hills inland that overlook the vast mountain range of Snowdonia, the Llyn Peninsula is a truly breathtaking location for walking. Also, walking on the Llyn Peninsula is an experience that can be shared by everyone of all abilities due to it’s variety of challenging and easy routes.

If you’re looking to explore the Llyn Peninsula there’s no better way to discover it than walking the 84 mile coastal path which passes through small harbours, along cliffs and into hidden coves.

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Newborough/Llandwyn Island.

This small town is off the A4080, with a pay car park near the beach which is signposted from the village. The area is protected by Anglesey Coastal Heritage, so keep to paths in the forest and read the signs.

Wardens do patrol. From the car park turn either left onto the beach for Aber Menai point and views to Caernarfon or

right for the long beach leading to the island. There is also endless woodland.

Holyhead Mountain.

Access from South Stack Lighthouse, passing Ellin’s Tower. Climb up above both on the worn path for spectacular views of the lighthouse and further up to see Holyhead and the harbour, Llyn Peninsular, Trearddur Bay and West Anglesey. This is also a bird watcher’s paradise.

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Wylfa, Cemlyn & Cemaes Bay.

Park near the power station and turn either left for Wylfa Head and Cemlyn Bay, walk the coastal path, headland and across the path near the lagoon, or turn right for Cemaes across fields and the coastal path for the pubs and shops of Cemaes Bay.Traeth Ora. A secluded bay only accessible on foot. There is a car park near Lligwy (off A5025 Moelfre/Amlwch Road) and you can walk from either Traeth Lligwy or from near the Pilot Boat Inn across fields. Sections of this coastal path are above secluded and sandy bays and some through bracken. Nearby is Bodafon Mountain (across the main road). It is only 584 feet high but provides views of the whole island.

Remember to bring your walking boots and a suitable waterproof jacket.