Visitor attractions and information - Holyhead
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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 18 miles east of
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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 2 miles west of Holyhead. |
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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. About 20 miles east of Holyhead. |
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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 14 miles east of Holyhead. |
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Welcome to our page of information, attractions and
places of interest around Holyhead. The Holyhead hotels
listed below are either in the town or we have given a rough
guide as to how far they are from Holyhead. From Holyhead 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 Holyhead hotels and the surrounding area. Holyhead
is 20 miles from Bangor &
14 miles from Llangefni
