There is something for everyone on Anglesey, North Wales | UK
If you have a trip to Anglesey planned, you may have a few ideas of what you would like to do and where you may like to visit. Anglesey is well known for having a range of different activities and areas of natural beauty leaving visitors in self catering holiday cottages to Anglesey spoilt for choice. Whilst staying in Anglesey in a self-catering holiday cottage, you will experience many new and exciting activities and explore different areas from sandy beaches to rugged cliffs. Whether you prefer experiencing a different culture, or are after your next adrenaline rush you will want to check out the history and the natural beauty that Anglesey has to offer.
Kayaking at Anglesey, North Wales, UK by Steve Cadman
Anglesey for Thrill-Seekers
From coasteering to climbing, to trotting along the coast of North Wales on a horse, there is an incredible amount of activities you can take part in whilst on Anglesey. There are a huge range of professional instructors and activity centres that offer experience days and courses in whatever activity you may like, from water sports to mountainous adventures. The coastline of Anglesey and nearby county of Gwynedd provides the perfect chance to visit new and exciting environments.
Anglesey for those interested in History
Anglesey is extremely rich in history, which dates back until the ancient Celtic time. There are various burial sites, grand castles and interesting ruins that all make for a very interesting and informative trip out. Beaumaris Castle is one of the most impressive pieces of historical architecture, which is popular amongst those who wish to explore some of the interesting historical areas of Anglesey. This castle is considered to be one of the finest and most complete concentric castles in the world.
If you love history and exploring historical attractions, then you will find Bryn Celli Stone Age burial chamber at Lladdaniel Fab very interesting. The chamber marks of what was once a Neolithic stone circle, which was later removed by locals, whereby they built a passage grave that dates back to at least 3000 BC.
For some historical trivia, visiting Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch is a memorable day out. The town has the longest place name in the whole of Great Britain. When translated from Welsh it means “The church of St, Mary in a hollow of white hazel near a rapid whirlpool and near St. Tysilio’s church by the red cave”. The town was named in the 19th century to attract visitors to the Anglesey area, and it certainly worked!
Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch railway station sign, UK by G1MFG
Anglesey for the Nature Lover
Anglesey has a real gift when it comes to nature, with fantastic natural beaches and the beautiful Snowdonia National Park, all in close proximity. There are a wide range of diverse and breath taking landscapes to enjoy, from the doorsteps of your self-catering holiday cottage, leaving you with beautiful walks and cycle routes. There is an interesting range of wildlife that live on Anglesey which allows you to get up close and personal with some of nature’s finest creatures.
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