Pictures of Isle of Anglesey

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Beaumaris Castle is one of Wales\' six UNESCO World Heritage Sites, despite never having been finished. The 700-year-old fortifications here were highly advanced for their time and still look formidable today, even when dwarfed by the mountainous backdrop of Snowdonia National Park.

Old lighthouses are wonderfully romantic spots, with their inspiring views, lonely locations, and a powerful proximity to the elements. Lighthouses don’t come much better than South Stack’s which has stood proud since 1809. Not far from Holyhead, the largest town on the island of Anglesey and, these days, a busy ferry port, the lighthouse assists the passage of ships on the Dublin–Holyhead–Liverpool sea route, which crosses some famously stormy seas.

The largest island of Wales is full of charming villages, unspoiled coastline and hidden beaches.

The largest island of Wales is full of charming villages, unspoiled coastline and hidden beaches.

As a major seaport, the town of Holyhead in Wales draws an eclectic and ever changing mix of people to its streets. With this in mind, it’s perhaps not surprising that this remarkable little town has a vibrant energy and excellent restaurants to enjoy. And, as if that isn’t enough, it also offers some of the most astounding views over the Irish Sea.

Beaumaris Castle is one of Wales\' six UNESCO World Heritage Sites, despite never having been finished. The 700-year-old fortifications here were highly advanced for their time and still look formidable today, even when dwarfed by the mountainous backdrop of Snowdonia National Park.

Disappear into a nature reserve in the heart of Anglesey, following a trail that crosses rivers, passes sculptures and weaves through wildlife-rich woodland.

Beaumaris Castle is one of Wales\' six UNESCO World Heritage Sites, despite never having been finished. The 700-year-old fortifications here were highly advanced for their time and still look formidable today, even when dwarfed by the mountainous backdrop of Snowdonia National Park.

Disappear into a nature reserve in the heart of Anglesey, following a trail that crosses rivers, passes sculptures and weaves through wildlife-rich woodland.

The largest island of Wales is full of charming villages, unspoiled coastline and hidden beaches.

Disappear into a nature reserve in the heart of Anglesey, following a trail that crosses rivers, passes sculptures and weaves through wildlife-rich woodland.

Old lighthouses are wonderfully romantic spots, with their inspiring views, lonely locations, and a powerful proximity to the elements. Lighthouses don’t come much better than South Stack’s which has stood proud since 1809. Not far from Holyhead, the largest town on the island of Anglesey and, these days, a busy ferry port, the lighthouse assists the passage of ships on the Dublin–Holyhead–Liverpool sea route, which crosses some famously stormy seas.

The largest island of Wales is full of charming villages, unspoiled coastline and hidden beaches.

Disappear into a nature reserve in the heart of Anglesey, following a trail that crosses rivers, passes sculptures and weaves through wildlife-rich woodland.

Disappear into a nature reserve in the heart of Anglesey, following a trail that crosses rivers, passes sculptures and weaves through wildlife-rich woodland.

The largest island of Wales is full of charming villages, unspoiled coastline and hidden beaches.

Old lighthouses are wonderfully romantic spots, with their inspiring views, lonely locations, and a powerful proximity to the elements. Lighthouses don’t come much better than South Stack’s which has stood proud since 1809. Not far from Holyhead, the largest town on the island of Anglesey and, these days, a busy ferry port, the lighthouse assists the passage of ships on the Dublin–Holyhead–Liverpool sea route, which crosses some famously stormy seas.

The name Beaumaris comes from the French phrase for ‘beautiful marshes’ and stems from the nickname given to the area by the French builders who constructed Beaumaris Castle in 1295 on what was then a marsh. Anyone visiting today will be bound to agree that it’s a description which aptly fits, as the town sits adjacent to the Anglesey coast and the waters of the Menai Strait.

The largest island of Wales is full of charming villages, unspoiled coastline and hidden beaches.

Old lighthouses are wonderfully romantic spots, with their inspiring views, lonely locations, and a powerful proximity to the elements. Lighthouses don’t come much better than South Stack’s which has stood proud since 1809. Not far from Holyhead, the largest town on the island of Anglesey and, these days, a busy ferry port, the lighthouse assists the passage of ships on the Dublin–Holyhead–Liverpool sea route, which crosses some famously stormy seas.

The largest island of Wales is full of charming villages, unspoiled coastline and hidden beaches.

Beaumaris Castle is one of Wales\' six UNESCO World Heritage Sites, despite never having been finished. The 700-year-old fortifications here were highly advanced for their time and still look formidable today, even when dwarfed by the mountainous backdrop of Snowdonia National Park.

Beaumaris Castle is one of Wales\' six UNESCO World Heritage Sites, despite never having been finished. The 700-year-old fortifications here were highly advanced for their time and still look formidable today, even when dwarfed by the mountainous backdrop of Snowdonia National Park.

The name Beaumaris comes from the French phrase for ‘beautiful marshes’ and stems from the nickname given to the area by the French builders who constructed Beaumaris Castle in 1295 on what was then a marsh. Anyone visiting today will be bound to agree that it’s a description which aptly fits, as the town sits adjacent to the Anglesey coast and the waters of the Menai Strait.