Holyhead is a large port town, itself set on the smaller Holy Island and linked the rest of Anglesey by road and rail over two connecting bridges.
Holyhead is usually visited as a stopping off point on the ferry to Dublin across the Irish Sea, rather than a destination in itself, but it does have some worthwhile attractions of its own. The Ucheldre Centre is a great local arts centre set in a converted church with its own sculpture garden. Holyhead Breakwater Country Park is a wonderful coastal green space created from the former quarry used to mine stone to create the largest breakwater in Europe.
The Holy Island has some beautiful and dramatic coastal scenery, most notably the soaring cliffs of North Stack and South Stack, with its picturesque lighthouse and seabird population. The RSPB reserve is a great place to see puffin, razorbill and guillemot. The south of Holy Island is a gentler landscape, with fantastic and peaceful sandy beaches at Trearddur Bay, Rhoscolyn and Silver Bay.
South Stack Lighthouse South Stack Rock, Holyhead
Stunningly dramatic cliffs overlooking treacherous waters. South Stack Lighthouse information
Holyhead Breakwater Land Train, Holyhead
Travel along the scenic coastal Breakwater and Country Park. Holyhead Breakwater Land Train information
Llynnon Mill Llanddeusant, Holyhead LL65 4AB
Working windmill and museum of rural life. Llynnon Mill information
Swtan Church Bay, Porth Swtan, Holyhead
Step back in time at this restored traditional thatched cottage and museum. Swtan information
Holyhead Maritime Museum Beach Road, Holyhead LL65 1ES
History of Anglesey seafaring, set in a historic former lifeboat station. Holyhead Maritime Museum information
RSPB South Stack Cliffs, Holyhead LL65 1YH
Fantastic cliff seabird colony and dramatic coastal scenery. RSPB South Stack Cliffs information
Holyhead Breakwater Country Park, Holyhead
Beautiful peaceful coastal park created from a former quarry. Holyhead Breakwater Country Park information
Ucheldre Centre Millbank, Holyhead LL65 1TE
Centre for performing and visual arts. Ucheldre Centre information
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Ravenspoint Road Holyhead LL65 2YU MAP In Treaddur Bay, on the stunning coast of the Isle of Anglesey, the Seacroft is a pub restaurant with rooms, offering free Wi-Fi, superb locally sourced food and a cosy traditional bar. The Seacroft has received a 5-star rating from Visit Wales in its Res... More Information and Book ... |
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Lon Towyn Capel Holyhead LL65 2TY MAP The Gables bed and breakfast is a short walk from Trearddur Bay village on the western shore of Holy Island. Each room has views of either the sea or the Snowdonia mountain range. The Gables is a large modern property and its bedrooms have Freeview TV an... More Information and Book ... |
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93 Newry Street Holyhead LL65 1HU MAP Only 100 metres from the beach, the guest house has a great location, just 3 minutes' drive from the ferry/rail terminal and 2 minutes' walk from the town centre for pubs and eating places. All rooms at Wavecrest are furnished to a high standard with te... More Information and Book ... |
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Newry Beach Holyhead LL65 1YF MAP Just 4 minutes from Holyhead’s ferry port and with fabulous views overlooking the marina, the Boathouse Hotel offers en suite accommodation, fresh food, a bar and free parking. On the edge of Breakwater Park, the Boathouse Hotel has a great location. A... More Information and Book ... |
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Gwendra House, 63 Maeshyfryd road, Holyhead LL65 2AP MAP The Holyhead Lodge is located just a 5-minute walk from Holyhead Station and 1-mile from the beach. Lodges include a kitchenette, living area with flat-screen TV and free parking. Kitchens at the lodge include a microwave, fridge, kettle and toaster. Ir... More Information and Book ... |
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Holyhead LL65 2PU MAP Arberth is a modern, detached split-level cottage in a residential area on the outskirts of Holyhead on the North West coast of Anglesey. Sleeps up to 6 in 3 bedrooms. Changeover Day: Fri Price Guide: 220.00-670.00... More Information and Book ... |
Get out into the countryside, explore the inland areas as well as the beautiful coastline.
Towns Near Holyhead To Visit - straight line distance:
Rhosneigr Tourist Information (7.02 miles) Cemaes Tourist Information (10.33 miles) Llangefni Tourist Information (13.63 miles) Amlwch Tourist Information (13.74 miles)