Find an Anglesey Beach, Indulge Yourself this Summer
People often ask which Anglesey beach would be the best one to visit when they come for a vacation on the island. This is such a difficult question as there are many excellent beaches on this sunny, green island off North Wales, which has a natural asset of 125 miles of outstandingly beautiful coastline. A number of local beaches are regularly awarded the prestigious European Blue Flag and Resort Seaside Awards for quality water and environmental management.
We have found it is not necessarily the most accessible beaches on Anglesey which are the ones to head for in search of the perfect location, and so sometimes the effort is well rewarded. On the east side of the island is a soft, sandy Blue flag beach which is not easy to reach as it is at the bottom of a steep, narrow lane. Yet the quiet Llanddona beach sweeps impressively in a north easterly arc flanked by steep lush green terraces and trees, and the approach can be challenging by car. Legend says some witches landed at Llanddona and we must not forget the large haul of silver coins found here by amateur beachcombers.
Llanddwyn is an Anglesey beach situated on the south east corner of the island, approached through Newborough Forest, an impressive collection of conifers where some red squirrels still survive. When you reach the beach the vast expanse is breathtaking, whether you arrive here on a blustery winter day or in the heat of the mid summer sun. A nearby rocky island is home to an old white lighthouse and derelict church, where Demi Moore filmed scenes from her paranormal Half Light movie.
A visitor on an island beach may notice bright orange life rings placed at strategic points which are there to ensure that in an emergency someone in danger of drowning in the sea can be assisted. Anyone seeing a life ring damaged needs to call the local council immediately. Just think that in 2008, thirty eight people lost their lives off the island coast when in difficulty.
If you travel to the west of Anglesey at Church Bay there is an interesting Green flag beach, where the coastal path runs along high cliffs which surround this narrow cove popular with swimmers. Often you will see some kayaks gathering at the beach ready to begin a coastal exploration, or perhaps go further to the Skerries Rock lighthouse. On your way to Church Bay you will drive along a narrow country lane, decked with flowers, and on arrival you cant miss the Lobster Pot restaurant.
In the south west is Holy Island, a smaller island reached by two causeways, and here are two European Blue Flag Beaches, Trearddur Bay and Porth Dafarch beach. Both these beaches have a dog free zone, where restrictions are in place between 1st May and the end of September, to accommodate the experience of swimmers. If you take a dog to the beach you must make sure you clean up after them.
Some top tips for you to maximise your Anglesey beach experience include avoiding going for a swim after a large meal and going out to sea in a large inflatable dinghy, especially if its windy and blowing offshore. Ask a beach warden if you need any advice about anything you are unsure of, and make sure you have enough fluids to prevent dehydration in very hot weather. You will be advised by the Local Authority not to leave pets in parked cars in hot weather.
Some folks look forward to leisurely walks along the coastal path, and watching beautiful sunsets, while others are keen to test their skills in various adventure sports like sailing, diving, coasteering, surfing and kayaking. For everyone, however, it is likely that you will always treasure something special about your time on an Anglesey beach.
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