Visitor attractions and information - Beaumaris
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 Plas Newydd, Llanfairpwll, Anglesey LL61 6DQ.
Tel: 01248 714795. Home of the Marquess of Anglesey, with spectacular
views over the Menai Srait to Snowdonia. One of the UK's finest
mansion house settings with the largest collection of Rex Whistler
works. Large gardens, woodland walks and a marine walk along
the Menai Straits. National Trust. Charges apply. www.nationaltrust.org.uk.
About 6 miles southwest
of Beaumaris. |
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South
Stack Cliffs, Nearest town: Holyhead, Anglesey Tel: 01407 764973.
The South Stack RSPB reserve comprises of two large areas of
heathland, offshore stacks and caves and two blocks of farmland.
A wide variety of birds and other flora and fauna can be seen,
with the best time to visit being spring and summer. Opening
times - The RSPB reserve is open year round; Ellins Tower, the
RSPB visitor centre, is open from Easter to mid-September. About 22 miles west of Beaumaris. |
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Beaumaris Castle, Anglesey. Tel:
01248 810361. Beaumaris is the great unfinished masterpiece.
Started in 1295, it was the last of the massive Edwardian fortresses
of the 13th century to be built in North Wales, but money ran
out before the fortifications reached reached their full height.
It is still regarded as the finest Welsh castle. It is the most
technically perfect castle in Britain, with a symmetrical concentric
"walls within walls" design that was state-of-the-art
for the 13th century. www.beaumaris.com. Location: In the centre of Beaumaris. |
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Henblas
Country Park, Bodorgan, Isle of Anglesey LL62 5DL.
Tel: 01407 840440. This country park is situated in the heart
of Anglesey and offers families an insight into the workings
of a farm. There are sheep shearing and sheepdog demonstrations,
as well as the opportunity to help feed lambs at Easter. There
is also falconry, a duck display and stable block and both indoor
and outdoor children's play areas.. About 10 miles west of Beaumaris. |
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Better Tours, Milbank, Presteigne, Powys.
Tel: 01544260493. Castles of Wales Tour. BETTER TRAVEL is pleased
to offer you, the discerning traveller, the opportunity to visit
in four days a few of the classical Castles of South, Mid, West
and North Wales. With names as famous as Carreg Cennen and Caerphilly,
Chepstow, Caernafon, Beaumaris, Conwy or Lamphey Bishops Palace
and Carew, these treasured ruins of the dark and middle ages
are familiar to both residents and visitors alike. www.better-travel.co.uk.
Location: Tour of the
Castles of Wales. |
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Welcome to our page of information, attractions and
places of interest around Beaumaris. The Beaumaris
hotels listed below are either in the town or we have given
a rough guide as to how far they are from Beaumaris. From Beaumaris
you can explore the soaring peaks of Snowdonia National Park,
beautiful wide sandy beaches and rugged coastlines, lush green
valleys and old-fashioned market towns and villages. Castles
are everywhere in North Wales, from little stone keeps to imposing
13th century fortresses. We hope you enjoy your stay and find
your ideal accommodation from our list of Beaumaris hotels and
the surrounding area.
