Hidden Gems of Anglesey

Bryn Celli Ddu

Its name means 'the mound in the dark grove’ which has been around since 3,000 BC and it is located in Llanddaniel Fab, Llanfair. It is a very well-preserved megalithic mound tomb and is one of Anglesey’s most famous prehistoric landmarks! Inside, a narrow, long passage leads to an octagonal chamber 8ft/2.4m across, where artefacts such as arrowheads, human bones, and carved stones have been found. This is a perfect little picnic spot and is only a ten minute walk from the small free car park. It is also easy to find as it is clearly signposted from the main road.

Beaumaris Castle

Beaumaris Castle was built as part of Edward I's campaign to conquer north Wales after 1282. It is a very well maintained and constructed castle with beautiful scenery. With lots of passages and wall top walks to explore, making this is a perfect pit stop to venture around for a good couple of hours. Open 7 days a week 9:30am-5pm. Tickets are super affordable and worth every penny! Make your trip worth while and get down to this incredible castle.

Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch

Can you believe that, this is the name of a real village! This is a small, quiet town on the island of Anglesey off the northwest coast of North Wales. Having one of the longest names of any place in the United Kingdom the Welsh village has existed in some form or another since the Neolithic Era, but it did not gain its unique name until the 1880s. This tongue-twister of a name translates to “St. Mary’s Church in the hollow of white hazel near a rapid whirlpool and the Church of St. Tysilio near the red cave.”

Discover more at:

https://www.visitwales.com

https://www.gonorthwales.co.uk

https://www.southernwales.com

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/days-out/wales

https://www.visitanglesey.co.uk/en