One stunning Welsh beach has been named as one of the best in the UK
The stunning beaches on the island of Anglesey have been featued on Condé Nast Traveller’s best beaches in the UK.
Despite its inclusion in their prestigious list, the connoisseurs behind the rankings expressed their hope that “hordes won’t come flocking” to the pristine shores of Anglesey.
A particularly noteworthy spot is the ‘Beach of Romance’ on Llanddwyn Island, a three-mile-long beach famous for its connection to Princess Dwynwen.
The guide details: “On tiny Llanddwyn Island, the three-mile-long beach is known as the ‘Beach of Romance’, thanks to princess Dwynwen, who long ago ran away to Llanddwyn after a love affair went awry and became Wales’s own St Valentine, patron saint of lovers.
“Behind the beach is the Newborough Warren National Nature Reserve, a hot spot for bird-watchers and wildlife enthusiasts. Visitors might spot the world’s second-largest species of raven, or perhaps even an elusive red squirrel. Nearby, Lligwy and Traeth Yr Ora are also home to spectacular stretches of sand.”
The guide also suggests accommodation options for those wishing to extend their beach visit with an overnight stay. It recommends: “What was once a grand country mansion is now the Tre-Ysgawen Spa, set in cultivated gardens on Anglesey, half an hour from Llanddwyn.
“For a more off-the-beaten-track experience a little further away, Anglesey Tipi and Yurts are a laid-back alternative: think authentic wood dwellings decked out with sheepskin throws and fairy lights.”
The Blue Flag beach is situated on the south-western tip of Anglesey, and despite being named ‘Llanddwyn Island’, Llanddwyn isn’t quite an island as it remains connected to the mainland except at the highest tides. It offers breathtaking views of Snowdonia and the Llyn Peninsula.
Visit Wales comments: “This narrow finger of land is an ideal picnic site during fine weather, but also an exhilarating place when the winter winds blow. Its rolling dunes, large rock outcrops and mixture of historic buildings makes it an ideal place for an afternoon of exploration. A path leads to the nature reserve at Llanddwyn Island and nearby forest has great footpaths.”
This breathtaking beach is a must-visit. However, it’s worth keeping in mind that dog restrictions apply between May and the end of September.
