Helen's Guidebook

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Helen's Guidebook

Sightseeing

Beaumaris is a lovely historic town with lots to do there. You can explore the medieval castle, picnic on the beach, take a boat trip, discover pastel painted houses and see the work of local artists. Take a walk along the Victorian Pier, stroll around the shops or enjoy a drink in an ancient pub. There is always something going on in Beaumaris. As well as regular live music and local produce markets, there's an Easter egg hunt, arts festival, fireworks on Bonfire night and Victorian Christmas celebrations and historic events within the castle walls. There are many places to eat in Beaumaris, here is a list of some of the places:- Beau's Tea Room - Traditional Tea Room Harry's Bistro @ Henllys Hall - Restaurant Indian Restaurant - Restaurant or take away The Midland Tapas Bar The Pier House Bistro and coffee shop Tredici Italian Kitchen The Olde Bulls Head Hotel The Liverpool Arms Hotel The Buckley Hotel Restaurant
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Beaumaris
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Beaumaris is a lovely historic town with lots to do there. You can explore the medieval castle, picnic on the beach, take a boat trip, discover pastel painted houses and see the work of local artists. Take a walk along the Victorian Pier, stroll around the shops or enjoy a drink in an ancient pub. There is always something going on in Beaumaris. As well as regular live music and local produce markets, there's an Easter egg hunt, arts festival, fireworks on Bonfire night and Victorian Christmas celebrations and historic events within the castle walls. There are many places to eat in Beaumaris, here is a list of some of the places:- Beau's Tea Room - Traditional Tea Room Harry's Bistro @ Henllys Hall - Restaurant Indian Restaurant - Restaurant or take away The Midland Tapas Bar The Pier House Bistro and coffee shop Tredici Italian Kitchen The Olde Bulls Head Hotel The Liverpool Arms Hotel The Buckley Hotel Restaurant
Visit the stunning beach at Newbotough. There are several beautiful coves an awe-inspiring backdrop of mountains. Walk to your right on the beach and stroll the the beautiful Llanddwyn Island with stunning views. In Newborough turn opposite the post office LL61 6SG and follow the road through the forrest to the car park.
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Newborough Forest
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Visit the stunning beach at Newbotough. There are several beautiful coves an awe-inspiring backdrop of mountains. Walk to your right on the beach and stroll the the beautiful Llanddwyn Island with stunning views. In Newborough turn opposite the post office LL61 6SG and follow the road through the forrest to the car park.
Visit the RSPB centre and take the steps down to the light house at South Stack.
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South Stack Lighthouse
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Visit the RSPB centre and take the steps down to the light house at South Stack.
Visit the mountain which was a copper mine and marvel at the colours of the landscape.
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Parys Mountain
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Visit the mountain which was a copper mine and marvel at the colours of the landscape.
Aberffraw has a lovely coastal walk down to the church in the sea. Park by the stone bridge, walk over the bridge and pass The Crown pub on your left. Continue along the road bearing left and carry on walking (pass a children's play area on your right). Continue along the road until you reach the beach and then turn left following the coastal path back to Aberffraw.
Aberffraw
Aberffraw has a lovely coastal walk down to the church in the sea. Park by the stone bridge, walk over the bridge and pass The Crown pub on your left. Continue along the road bearing left and carry on walking (pass a children's play area on your right). Continue along the road until you reach the beach and then turn left following the coastal path back to Aberffraw.
Visit the small coastal village of Moelfre. Join the coastal path and take in the history of the RNLI at the Seawatch Visitors Centre. Walk past the lifeboat station and continue along the path to watch fishermen, see the fishermen's cottages at Swnt and follow the path to take a break on the bench to commemorate the bravery of the RNLI crew and marvel at the view.
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Moelfre
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Visit the small coastal village of Moelfre. Join the coastal path and take in the history of the RNLI at the Seawatch Visitors Centre. Walk past the lifeboat station and continue along the path to watch fishermen, see the fishermen's cottages at Swnt and follow the path to take a break on the bench to commemorate the bravery of the RNLI crew and marvel at the view.
Visit the Castle at Caernarfon and enjoy a bite to eat. Visit Llanberis on your way back, Llanberis is at the foot of Snowdon Mountain.
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Caernarfon
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Visit the Castle at Caernarfon and enjoy a bite to eat. Visit Llanberis on your way back, Llanberis is at the foot of Snowdon Mountain.
Visit Zip world for a thrilling experience - booking essential.
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Zip World Penrhyn-steengroeve
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Visit Zip world for a thrilling experience - booking essential.
Take the ribride down the Menai Strats from either Menai Bridge or Beaumaris - booking available on the pier in Beaumaris.
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RibRide
Water Street
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Take the ribride down the Menai Strats from either Menai Bridge or Beaumaris - booking available on the pier in Beaumaris.
Visit the Italian village of Portmeirion. It's about an hour's drive from Beaumaris but well worth a visit. Marvel at the architecture whilst strolling around the village.
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Portmeirion
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Visit the Italian village of Portmeirion. It's about an hour's drive from Beaumaris but well worth a visit. Marvel at the architecture whilst strolling around the village.
Stroll on the pier. Children enjoy crabbing off the pier.
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Beaumaris Pier
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Stroll on the pier. Children enjoy crabbing off the pier.
Visit the old gaol (300 yds from the property). The building is full of sad memories and secrets providing a fascinating insight into the world of the prisoner during the 1800's.
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Beaumaris Castle
Castle Street
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Visit the old gaol (300 yds from the property). The building is full of sad memories and secrets providing a fascinating insight into the world of the prisoner during the 1800's.
Long sandy beach forming part of Red Wharf Bay. LL58 8UW
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Llanddona Beach
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Long sandy beach forming part of Red Wharf Bay. LL58 8UW
Remote and rugged it is great for some peace and quiet. LL58 8RP.
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Penmon Point
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Remote and rugged it is great for some peace and quiet. LL58 8RP.
A world's first inland surf lagoon and the only guaranteed surf break in the UK. LL32 8QE
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Adventure Parc Snowdonia
Conway Road
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A world's first inland surf lagoon and the only guaranteed surf break in the UK. LL32 8QE
Also called Rhaedr-fawr, these very impressive and popular falls are reached through the beautiful Coedydd Aber nature reserve. Signed Abergwyngregyn from the A55, then follow the road for 1/2 mile to signed entrance for car park. Lots of signs for routes and footpaths.
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Aber Falls
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Also called Rhaedr-fawr, these very impressive and popular falls are reached through the beautiful Coedydd Aber nature reserve. Signed Abergwyngregyn from the A55, then follow the road for 1/2 mile to signed entrance for car park. Lots of signs for routes and footpaths.
19th century fantasy castle with spectacular surroundings. This property has unique architecture and extensive gardens to explore. LL57 4HN.
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Penrhyn Castle
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19th century fantasy castle with spectacular surroundings. This property has unique architecture and extensive gardens to explore. LL57 4HN.
A lovely historic garden situated between Menai Bridge and Beaumaris. Three different gardens have been discovered, including an unusual walled garden with curving walls and pool, a secret valley garden with three warefalls and a river and an upper woodland garden with stone outcrops and the remains of a 19th century folly. LL59 5NH.
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Plas Cadnant Verborgen Tuinen
Cadnant Road
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A lovely historic garden situated between Menai Bridge and Beaumaris. Three different gardens have been discovered, including an unusual walled garden with curving walls and pool, a secret valley garden with three warefalls and a river and an upper woodland garden with stone outcrops and the remains of a 19th century folly. LL59 5NH.
Visit this National Trust property situated on the Menai Straits.
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National Trust - Plas Newydd Huis en Tuinen
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Visit this National Trust property situated on the Menai Straits.

Food scene

Enjoy a meal at Dylan's restaurant, Menai Bridge. Booking advisable.
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Dylan's Menai Bridge
Saint George's Road
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Enjoy a meal at Dylan's restaurant, Menai Bridge. Booking advisable.
Take in the lovely views from this restaurant whilst having a meal. Pop in for a light lunch or enjoy an evening meal. Booking advisable.
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The Tavern on the Bay
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Take in the lovely views from this restaurant whilst having a meal. Pop in for a light lunch or enjoy an evening meal. Booking advisable.
Stroll down to the Bull's Head for lunch, a drink or an evening meal.
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Coach at The Bull Beaumaris
Castle Street
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Stroll down to the Bull's Head for lunch, a drink or an evening meal.
The Liverpool Arms serve pub meals and is 500 yds walk from the property.
The Liverpool Arms Hotel
Castle Street
The Liverpool Arms serve pub meals and is 500 yds walk from the property.
Neptune fish & chip shop is in the town near the pier. After a busy day out have your fish and chips sitting on the pier taking in the views.
Neptune
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Neptune fish & chip shop is in the town near the pier. After a busy day out have your fish and chips sitting on the pier taking in the views.
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Mojo's Creperie
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Sandy Mount House
High Street
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The oystercatcher Pubstop
Maelog Lake
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Ann's Pantry
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The Ship Inn Red Wharf Bay
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Catch 22 Brasserie
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The White Eagle
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Y Goron
Stryd Y Bont
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Things to do with children

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Anglesey Sea Zoo
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Pili Palas Natuurwereld
Ffordd Penmynydd
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Foel Farm Park
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GreenWood Family Park
Bush Road
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National Trust - Plas Newydd Huis en Tuinen
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Gypsy Wood Park
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Beacon Climbing Centre
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The Fun Centre
Bangor Street
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Seacoast Safaris - Puffin Island Boat Trips
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Llanberis Lake Railway
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For the explorer

Built by Trinity House in 1809, this lovely lighthouse is reached by a descent of 400 steps down a steep cliffs. Visitors can also enter the lighthouse, tours are bought at the cafe and visitor centre.
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South Stack Lighthouse
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Built by Trinity House in 1809, this lovely lighthouse is reached by a descent of 400 steps down a steep cliffs. Visitors can also enter the lighthouse, tours are bought at the cafe and visitor centre.
The ruined coastguard lookout provides the perfect place to see a stunning ocean sunsets. There is also a vast array of wildlife here such as choughs, grey seals, puffins and dolphins.
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Holyhead Mountain
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The ruined coastguard lookout provides the perfect place to see a stunning ocean sunsets. There is also a vast array of wildlife here such as choughs, grey seals, puffins and dolphins.
The ruins of a 13th century priory and 16th century dovecota share this site with St Seiriol's Well.
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Penmon Priory
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The ruins of a 13th century priory and 16th century dovecota share this site with St Seiriol's Well.
Set above Cable Bay beach this is the largest Neolithic bomb in Wales. It was constructed at the same time as the Egyptian pyramids and Stonehenge and built as a public grave for the local farming community.
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Barclodiad y Gawres
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Set above Cable Bay beach this is the largest Neolithic bomb in Wales. It was constructed at the same time as the Egyptian pyramids and Stonehenge and built as a public grave for the local farming community.
One of the best-preserved passage tombs in Wales, set within its own stone circle. Enter through the tall stone slit to find the unusual pillar within the chamber. Druids greet the sunrise here on the summer solstic. LL61 6EQ
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Bryn Celli Ddu Burial Chamber
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One of the best-preserved passage tombs in Wales, set within its own stone circle. Enter through the tall stone slit to find the unusual pillar within the chamber. Druids greet the sunrise here on the summer solstic. LL61 6EQ
The walled village is Romano-British and its massive stone foundations make for a surreal secret playground surrounded by the woods. En-route explore the 12th century ruined chapel and afterwards walk back the lane for 300m for the Neolithic burial chamber you can climb down inside.
Din Lligwy stone settlement
The walled village is Romano-British and its massive stone foundations make for a surreal secret playground surrounded by the woods. En-route explore the 12th century ruined chapel and afterwards walk back the lane for 300m for the Neolithic burial chamber you can climb down inside.

Supermarkets

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Waitrose & Partners
Mona Road
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Tesco Extra
Caernarfon Road
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Aldi
Penamser Road
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Asda Llangefni Supermarket
Ffordd Cae Sêl
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Lidl
Industrial Estate Road
Open from 6.30 am to 9pm every day.
Siop Ellis - SPAR
Church Street
Open from 6.30 am to 9pm every day.