Skerries Guidebook

Rebecca
Skerries Guidebook

Sightseeing

Pretty harbour and a great place for kids to catch crabs from the pier! Safe beach with parking on the beach front
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Cemaes Bay
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Pretty harbour and a great place for kids to catch crabs from the pier! Safe beach with parking on the beach front
Stunning beach with caramel cliffs that glow as the sun sets
Church Bay
Stunning beach with caramel cliffs that glow as the sun sets
Pretty coastal nature reserve with coastal and woodland walks just outside Holyhead. Often has a burger and ice cream van and has toilets. Great place to walk kids and dogs!
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Penrhos
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Pretty coastal nature reserve with coastal and woodland walks just outside Holyhead. Often has a burger and ice cream van and has toilets. Great place to walk kids and dogs!
Walks, history and a great tea shop!
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Breakwater Country Park
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Walks, history and a great tea shop!
Informative wild life centre, cliff top walks, lighthouse tours. Birdwatching with help from wardens.
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RSPB South Stack
South Stack Road
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Informative wild life centre, cliff top walks, lighthouse tours. Birdwatching with help from wardens.
Castle, cafes, boutiques... this is the “posh” side of the island with plenty to do for a full day out. The boat rides to puffin island leave from here with spectacular scenery and wild life views
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Beaumaris
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Castle, cafes, boutiques... this is the “posh” side of the island with plenty to do for a full day out. The boat rides to puffin island leave from here with spectacular scenery and wild life views
The coastal path stretches round the island and is easily accessible from Skerries - just walk down the hill, turn left onto the first track and you are there! Turn right at the beach and go past Church Bay towards Carmel head to see the natural stone arch and world war 2 fortifications on this wild and lonely part of the island. You can often see seals, cormorants and other wild life
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Isle of Anglesey Coastal Path
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The coastal path stretches round the island and is easily accessible from Skerries - just walk down the hill, turn left onto the first track and you are there! Turn right at the beach and go past Church Bay towards Carmel head to see the natural stone arch and world war 2 fortifications on this wild and lonely part of the island. You can often see seals, cormorants and other wild life
This is one of Anglesey’s best kept secrets. Park by the bridge to walk onto the shore of the calm and tranquil inland sea. Safe for kids to paddle, kayak etc and with stunning scenery and wild life. Great for fishing and usually totally deserted!
Four Mile Bridge
This is one of Anglesey’s best kept secrets. Park by the bridge to walk onto the shore of the calm and tranquil inland sea. Safe for kids to paddle, kayak etc and with stunning scenery and wild life. Great for fishing and usually totally deserted!
This is the iconic photo of Anglesey you will see on much promotional literature and was the setting for the 1900 island programme. Park at Newborough forest (which has toilets and snack cabins) and walk along the sandy beach to get there at low tide
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Ynys Llanddwyn
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This is the iconic photo of Anglesey you will see on much promotional literature and was the setting for the 1900 island programme. Park at Newborough forest (which has toilets and snack cabins) and walk along the sandy beach to get there at low tide
Good place to come with little kids on a wet weather day!
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Anglesey Sea Zoo
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Good place to come with little kids on a wet weather day!
Brilliant place to come with babies and toddlers on a rainy day..
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Pili Palas Natuurwereld
Ffordd Penmynydd
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Brilliant place to come with babies and toddlers on a rainy day..
This opencast Roman copper mine, used intermittently throughout history looks like a lunar landscape. Winding tracks give the most amazing views - all the way to the Isle of Man on clear days. It is like nowhere else on earth! Combine it with a trip to the museum in Amlwch which gives further information about the history of mining in the area
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Parys Mountain
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This opencast Roman copper mine, used intermittently throughout history looks like a lunar landscape. Winding tracks give the most amazing views - all the way to the Isle of Man on clear days. It is like nowhere else on earth! Combine it with a trip to the museum in Amlwch which gives further information about the history of mining in the area
If you are a national trust member, this property is well worth a visit (even if you aren’t it is still very good, but a bit pricey for a family day out. It’s situated on the other side of the island so is quite a long drive but has a great cafe. There is a lot of walking once you get there as the house is a long way from the car park but the gardens are beautiful and it has a tree house in the grounds
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National Trust - Plas Newydd Huis en Tuinen
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If you are a national trust member, this property is well worth a visit (even if you aren’t it is still very good, but a bit pricey for a family day out. It’s situated on the other side of the island so is quite a long drive but has a great cafe. There is a lot of walking once you get there as the house is a long way from the car park but the gardens are beautiful and it has a tree house in the grounds
Internationally renowned bird place - the shingle beach with lagoon attracts special birds (you can tell I don’t know much about birdwatching!). At risk from rising sea levels a “must visit” before it’s too late
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Cemlyn
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Internationally renowned bird place - the shingle beach with lagoon attracts special birds (you can tell I don’t know much about birdwatching!). At risk from rising sea levels a “must visit” before it’s too late
The wildest part of the island, this windswept north west tip offers amazing views of the Skerries lighthouse and the chance to see seals
Carmel Head
The wildest part of the island, this windswept north west tip offers amazing views of the Skerries lighthouse and the chance to see seals
The lighthouse you can see from the window... take a boat from Cemaes bay or a RibRide from Holyhead- both need booking in advance
Goleudŷ Ynysoedd y Moelrhoniaid
The lighthouse you can see from the window... take a boat from Cemaes bay or a RibRide from Holyhead- both need booking in advance
Very ancient monument and gives a good idea of the size of some of the dwellings in this area. Park in the car park just opposite and up a bit
Ancient Monument, Ty Mawr Hut Circles South Stack
Very ancient monument and gives a good idea of the size of some of the dwellings in this area. Park in the car park just opposite and up a bit
Traditional family beach which is great for swimming and very clear for diving I believe. The two ice cream vans at the top are a reliable fixture. Sea Shanty does nice food
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Trearddur Bay
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Traditional family beach which is great for swimming and very clear for diving I believe. The two ice cream vans at the top are a reliable fixture. Sea Shanty does nice food
You don’t need climbing ropes to get up here! Please disregard the stock picture. It is quite a challenging walk with fabulous views at the top and the remains of an old Roman fort. Nearest loo is South Stack Cafe - which also has great food
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Holyhead Mountain
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You don’t need climbing ropes to get up here! Please disregard the stock picture. It is quite a challenging walk with fabulous views at the top and the remains of an old Roman fort. Nearest loo is South Stack Cafe - which also has great food
Generally all round beautiful village. Check out the SeaWatch RNLI museum, the coastal path and the chip shop which is allegedly the best on the island.....
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Moelfre
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Generally all round beautiful village. Check out the SeaWatch RNLI museum, the coastal path and the chip shop which is allegedly the best on the island.....
You won’t find another one like this in the British Isles. It’s a a group of 4th century Roman limestone huts. There is a nice circular walk taking in the old chapel (pictured) as well. It can get quite muddy in winter so you might want to bring wellies!
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Din Lligwy
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You won’t find another one like this in the British Isles. It’s a a group of 4th century Roman limestone huts. There is a nice circular walk taking in the old chapel (pictured) as well. It can get quite muddy in winter so you might want to bring wellies!
We took our grumpy teenager here and she loved it so much she has insisted on dragging visitors back every time. Learn more about how the unique Anglesey sea salt is manufactured with the opportunity to taste! Excellent although pricey gift shop on site as well as a cafe. Very close to sea zoo and not too far from Plas Neuadd and Hootons farm shop if you want to fill up a day that side of the island. Booking strongly advised.
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Halen Môn - Anglesey Sea Salt Company
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We took our grumpy teenager here and she loved it so much she has insisted on dragging visitors back every time. Learn more about how the unique Anglesey sea salt is manufactured with the opportunity to taste! Excellent although pricey gift shop on site as well as a cafe. Very close to sea zoo and not too far from Plas Neuadd and Hootons farm shop if you want to fill up a day that side of the island. Booking strongly advised.
Fantastic boat trips from Menai bridge along the Menai straight or Holyhead (less often) to Skerries lighthouse. Booking is essential and trips (especially from Holyhead) are dependent on suitable weather. Not for the faint hearted as they really throw the boat around!
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RibRide
Water Street
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Fantastic boat trips from Menai bridge along the Menai straight or Holyhead (less often) to Skerries lighthouse. Booking is essential and trips (especially from Holyhead) are dependent on suitable weather. Not for the faint hearted as they really throw the boat around!
Narrated cruise from the pier at Beaumaris out to Puffin island. You can often see seals and puffins at the right time of year. There are usually spaces available to book on the day, but in busy summer holidays you may need to hang around Beaumaris for a few hours before a place is free (see Beaumaris entry to realise this is no hardship!)
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Starida Puffin Island Cruises and Sea Fishing Trips
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Narrated cruise from the pier at Beaumaris out to Puffin island. You can often see seals and puffins at the right time of year. There are usually spaces available to book on the day, but in busy summer holidays you may need to hang around Beaumaris for a few hours before a place is free (see Beaumaris entry to realise this is no hardship!)
Half finished castle with walks along the crumbling walls and the odd dungeon to explore. A beautiful restored chapel has modern stained glass and there is an interesting audio visual presentation. It is managed by Cadw and I think there may be an app you can download for an audio tour - check with reception
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Beaumaris Castle
Castle Street
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Half finished castle with walks along the crumbling walls and the odd dungeon to explore. A beautiful restored chapel has modern stained glass and there is an interesting audio visual presentation. It is managed by Cadw and I think there may be an app you can download for an audio tour - check with reception

Food scene

Fantastic food and great decor just up the slipway at Church Bay, Zoe’s cake cabin is open on days when the cabin is shut in summer
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Wavecrest Cafe
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Fantastic food and great decor just up the slipway at Church Bay, Zoe’s cake cabin is open on days when the cabin is shut in summer
Great food, lovely atmosphere in this quirky and traditional local restaurant. Close enough to walk to - but bring a torch as there aren’t any street lights on the journey home!
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The Lobster Pot Restaurant
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Great food, lovely atmosphere in this quirky and traditional local restaurant. Close enough to walk to - but bring a torch as there aren’t any street lights on the journey home!
Cafe serving traditional Welsh fare
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Blas Mwy Black Lion
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Cafe serving traditional Welsh fare
Best cakes in the world and Zoe is warm and friendly. Tell her you are staying at Skerries for extra special service!
Zoe's Cake Cabin
Best cakes in the world and Zoe is warm and friendly. Tell her you are staying at Skerries for extra special service!
Good food and open all year round. Great place to eat on a wild winter day
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Trearddur Bay Hotel
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Good food and open all year round. Great place to eat on a wild winter day
Great food at reasonable prices. Sometimes the service can be a little slow
Bull Hotel
Great food at reasonable prices. Sometimes the service can be a little slow
Really great fish and chips with a fantastically well organised queuing system. We enjoy taking our chips to the nearby Penrhos nature reserve to eat
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Enochs Fish & Chips
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Really great fish and chips with a fantastically well organised queuing system. We enjoy taking our chips to the nearby Penrhos nature reserve to eat
If you are in this part of the island (near the bridge) it is worth popping in for amazing cakes and farm foods
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Hooton's Farm Shop and Cafe
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If you are in this part of the island (near the bridge) it is worth popping in for amazing cakes and farm foods
Atmospheric pub walking distance from Skerries with local ales and the most amazing views across to Holyhead.
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The Church Bay Inn
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Atmospheric pub walking distance from Skerries with local ales and the most amazing views across to Holyhead.
Good food, local ales and absolutely full of local farmers!
The Ring, Rhosgoch
High Road
Good food, local ales and absolutely full of local farmers!

Museum

Great wet day activity The cafe next door does good grub
Restored windmill in village a couple of miles away. Great to get a glimpse into Anglesey’s past. A new restaurant has also opened on site which is supposed to be very good
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Melin Llynon, Llanddeusant
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Restored windmill in village a couple of miles away. Great to get a glimpse into Anglesey’s past. A new restaurant has also opened on site which is supposed to be very good
Restored fisherman’s cottage. My grandfather remembers the day the last occupant was born and our family donated many of the historical objects you can view. A glimpse of what Anglesey was like when my family first arrived in the 1920s
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Swtan Heritage Museum
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Restored fisherman’s cottage. My grandfather remembers the day the last occupant was born and our family donated many of the historical objects you can view. A glimpse of what Anglesey was like when my family first arrived in the 1920s
Come and find the car you first drove, or that you remember from when you were a kid! This is a great place to take you back in time, with a lovely cafe
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Anglesey Transport Museum - Tacla Taid
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Come and find the car you first drove, or that you remember from when you were a kid! This is a great place to take you back in time, with a lovely cafe
Cute little museum documenting Holyhead’s history as one of the most important UK ports alongside details of Anglesey during world war 2. There is a good quiz for kids to do as they go round with a small prize for completion.
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Holyhead Maritime Museum
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Cute little museum documenting Holyhead’s history as one of the most important UK ports alongside details of Anglesey during world war 2. There is a good quiz for kids to do as they go round with a small prize for completion.
This now disused gaol and courthouse has a surprisingly interesting audio guide tour which kept our primary school age children interested for several hours.
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Beaumaris Castle
Castle Street
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This now disused gaol and courthouse has a surprisingly interesting audio guide tour which kept our primary school age children interested for several hours.
Combine this with a trip to Parys mountain to understand more about Anglesey’s ancient copper industry and the people who worked the mines. There is a nice cafe round the corner
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Copper Kingdom Centre
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Combine this with a trip to Parys mountain to understand more about Anglesey’s ancient copper industry and the people who worked the mines. There is a nice cafe round the corner

Stadsadvies

Vervoersmogelijkheden

Little public transport locally but frequent London trains

There isn’t much local transport, but a cross country walk to the local village connects you with the bus service to Tesco Holyhead (change for buses into town) and the county town of Llangefni. Plan your visits by downloading the Travelline Cymru app. There are frequent trains across North Wales to Euston via Chester and Crewe - useful for connecting to anywhere in the country. It’s usually worth going to Holyhead to get the train as the fast trains don’t stop at Valley. Explore a little further afield by taking the ferry to Dublin, but make sure you take appropriate ID
Cultuur en gebruiken

Language and customs

Anglesey has traditionally been a Welsh speaking area, but has seen a lot of inward migration from the rest of the UK in recent years. People will always be able to speak to you in English, but will appreciate a “diolch” (thank you) or “Bore da” (Good morning). If locals speak Welsh to each other in front of you they aren’t being rude or talking about you - it’s their native language.
Reizen met kinderen

Top places to visit with kids

Beach at Church Bay as has cafe, toilets, interesting rock pools, sand and shingle. The beach slopes very gently and is very safe