This beach in North Wales is a popular spot for those looking to unwind and immerse themselves in nature, with its golden sands, dunes, and views of the Snowdonia mountains
For a day of pure relaxation, surrounded by stunning natural beauty, there’s arguably no finer spot to escape than this gorgeous beach in North Wales.
Renowned for its breathtaking scenery, Llanddwyn Beach on the Isle of Anglesey has captured widespread acclaim for resembling something plucked directly from a holiday brochure. This idyllic location boasts not only pristine golden sands complete with dunes and crystal-clear waters, but also spectacular vistas of the majestic Snowdonia mountains.
As part of the Newborough Warren National Nature Reserve, this coastal gem draws crowds keen on kitesurfing, rambling, and observing local wildlife, though many visitors report feeling blissfully isolated during their stay. The location provides an atmosphere of complete serenity, particularly the trek towards the ancient lighthouse remains, which can only be reached during low tide along an extended pathway.
One recent holidaymaker shared their thoughts on TripAdvisor, describing the island, shoreline and panoramic views as utterly “magical”. They said: “Wow. One of the best beaches we have ever been to. Spectacular views, space and an adjoining forest area for walking too. The wall and views walking Llanddwyn, a small island, are breathtaking. Photos cannot do justice, and there’s loads of parking for beach access too.”
Another delighted traveller shared their joy from discovering the beach, writing: “A stroll down the beach, then as the tide goes out, the island becomes a peninsula. There are many paths to explore, and it’s worth using the smaller ones to the left as you come across deserted beaches and cliff tops with fantastic views over Snowdonia.
“I barely saw a soul! There are old buildings and old stories abound to discover. The place is magical and a place to just sit and be.” Whilst one holidaymaker said the beach boasts “beautiful white sands”, others favour wandering through the woodlands.
One person said: “There is a path that leads through the grassy hills from the beach to the nature reserve on Llanddwyn Island (Ynys Llanddwyn), and the surrounding forest has an excellent network of footpaths.”
Regarding the lighthouse itself, there’s masses of heritage to soak up. Its official name is Twr Mawr, perched on the tidal island of Ynys Llanddwyn, and it dates all the way back to 1845.
The grade II listed structure was crafted with the Anglesey windmills in mind, built to mirror their splendour, and reaches up to 10 metres high. Though, standing alongside it is another lighthouse called Twr Bach; whilst it’s more compact than its companion, this one continues to operate today.
During the summer that’s just passed, this stunning location gained even more attention for its scorching temperatures amongst holidaymakers. The Met Office logged it as one of the regions worst hit by the heatwave and, within the area, documented it as Britain’s most sweltering location.
However, adventurers should be aware there’s equally spectacular scenery to discover throughout the year. One review states: “We’ve only been here during the winter so far, but whether you venture down in stormy weather to get blown off your feet as you watch the sea raging, or you catch a calm day when the sun is shining, it’s impressive.”