Anglesey Holiday Accommodation

Anglesey has a startling number of beaches – the closest is at dog-friendly Cemaes Bay (10 minutes’ drive), which also has a pretty fishing harbour to potter around. Porth Swtan Beach (25 minutes) is good for rock pooling with the kids, and Porth Padrig Beach (15 minutes) is backed by a bizarre rock formation known as the ‘White Lady’. As well as showing off spectacular countryside, Anglesey is steeped in history. Unfinished Beaumaris Castle (half an hour) warrants a visit for the medieval symmetry of its towers and ramparts. There are spectacular views across the Menai Strait from the terraces at 18th-century Plas Newydd House and Gardens (also half an hour), or you can nip over the Menai Bridge to Bangor (35 minutes) to tour the ornate interiors and formal plantings at Penrhyn Castle and Gardens (40 minutes). Once back over on the mainland, it’s a doddle to explore the wild landscapes of Eryri National Park (formerly Snowdonia). It’s gateway to walking, cycling and climbing adventures from hubs like Betws-y-coed (an hour), or to speedy zipwire rides at Zip World Penrhyn Quarry (45 minutes).