Local Area
Explore Anglesey
Beyond the two lakes, Anglesey has castles, coastline and outdoor adventure all within easy reach — a few favourites our guests come back for.
Local guide
Your guide to the area
History & Heritage
Castles, ancient sites and island history
The last and largest of the castles built by King Edward I in Wales. Open daily, with shorter hours from November to February.
A Neolithic passage tomb, free to visit, where the midsummer sunrise lights the inner chamber.
A rocky outcrop above Red Wharf Bay, thought to be the site of an Iron Age fort.
A small museum in the old lifeboat station covering Holyhead’s maritime history.
A waymarked walking route of about 200 km right around the island, opened in 2006.
Thomas Telford’s road bridge linking Anglesey to the mainland, opened in 1826.
A headland with a lighthouse and views over Puffin Island, near Penmon Priory.
A landscape of former copper mines near Amlwch, with a marked Heritage Trail.
A 1775 windmill, billed as the last working windmill in Wales, with Iron Age roundhouses.
Things to Do
Days out, rain or shine
Riding for all abilities on the banks of the Menai Strait — BHS approved and an official Pony Club Riding Centre.
Kayaking, gorge scrambling, rock climbing, coasteering and raft building — outdoor pursuits for the whole family.
Anglesey Model Village & Gardens
A landscaped garden of 1/12-scale models, including Anglesey landmarks, with a tea room and play area.
An indoor butterfly and bird house, play zone and café near Menai Bridge.
The Anglesey sea salt makers: guided Saltcote tours with a tasting, a shop, café and seaweed baths.
A family-run geology and fossil museum near Pentraeth, close to Lakehouse.
A Welsh chocolate maker in Llangefni, with an escape-room experience at the factory.
Puffin Island cruises and family fishing trips from Beaumaris Pier.
A wonderful day out exploring Wales’ largest marine aquarium. Open 10am–6pm, last entry 4:45pm.
An 18-hole, par 70 links course set within an important wildlife conservation area. Lessons and club hire available.
Beaches
Sand, swimming and dog-friendly shores
Sandcastles, swimming and ice cream on a gently sloping sandy beach, a 5-minute drive from Lakehouse.
Sandcastles and swimming on a wide sandy beach, very close by. Dogs welcome all year.
Rock pooling and fishing. Mackerel fishing off the rocks is popular. Dogs welcome all year.
Long beach days and walks, with the old fishing cottages on Llanddwyn to explore.
Surfing, and a long sandy beach that’s popular with walkers. Dogs welcome all year.
Long beach days on a huge expanse of sand backed by dunes. Dogs welcome all year.
One of Anglesey’s quieter hidden gems, on the far side of the island. Dogs welcome all year.
Places to Eat
Fish and chips, pubs and cafés
Traditional food with a Welsh twist in a fantastic waterside setting.
On the Red Wharf Bay waterfront: great for sunsets and outdoor dining.
Delicious pancakes and great breakfasts, a few minutes from Benllech beach.
Pub and restaurant in Pentraeth, popular for carveries throughout the week.
Recently renovated pub and hotel near the Menai Suspension Bridge.
One of the most popular coastal pubs on Anglesey; booking recommended.
Large beachside restaurant, dog friendly, with dune and sea views.
Plan your stay around it all
Fishing on the doorstep, adventure a short drive away.