Guest often comment that Woodlands is ideally located for a trip to Anglesey and North Wales and makes a great base to explore the area. We collected together some of the best attractions in the area and some of our favourites. all within a short walk or within a 30 minute drive from the Holiday Let.

Beaches

  • Benllech – Lovely local beach with usually calm waters

  • Red Wharf Bay – Large Bay 15 minutes walk from the Holiday Let

  • Church Bay – Another lovely beach towards the top of Anglesey

  • Newborough – Amazing beach, spectacular views and lovely walk over to an lighthouse. A special place for many.

Adventure

  • Zip World - "The Nearest Thing To Flying"! Home to the longest zip line in Europe and the fastest in the world. This Adrenalin fueled attraction offers visitors a totally unique experience. Speeds well in excess of 100mph can be reached.

  • Bounce Below - Imagine giant trampolines, walkways, slides and tunnels all made from netting. Now picture this suspended in a slate cavern hidden underground and you’ll have the right idea.

  • Surf Snowdonia - Artificial wave pool at Dolgarrog in the Conwy valley, north Wales, owned by Conwy Adventure Leisure Ltd. It is the world's first commercial artificial surfing lake and the United Kingdom's only artificial surfing lake

Walking

  • Costal Paths – With 125 miles of costal path you are spoilt for choice, some of the best sections are located just minutes walk from the Holiday Let

  • Circular Walks – We have books for guests to lend for Circular walks on Anglesey taking in the coast and countryside. Various routes available from the Holiday Let

  • Snowdonia – Snowdonia National Park is only approx 15 miles from the Holiday Let

Castles

  • Beaumaris Castle – Located a short drive from the Holiday Let, click here for more information

  • Penrhyn Castle – Mostly inside so good for a rainy day, click here for more information

  • Conwy Castle – Short drive back to the main land to visit this amazing castle

  • Caernarfon Castle – For more Welsh history just a short drive away click here. Be sure to join the guided tour to get the most out of the visit.

Country Houses / National Trust

  • Plas Newydd – Explore the family home and gardens of the Marquess of Anglesey, click here for more information

  • Aberconwy House – Click here for the oldest town house in Wales

Historical Towns

  • Beaumaris – Tasteful shops & cafes plus spectacular views from a small pier

  • Conwy – Historical town, great for wandering round. Don’t miss the seafood kiosk available down by the Harbour. Home to the smallest house in the UK!

  • Caernarfon – Similar to Conwy, have a pint in the historical Black Boy Inn

Zoos / Farms

  • Anglesey Sea Zoo – A great day for children and grownups at the biggest aquarium in Wales, click herefor more information

  • Foel Farm – Click here to experience the sights, sounds and smells of a real working farm

For the Family

  • Model Village – Located at Newborough, click here for more information

  • Pili Palas – Great day out for the family whatever the weather, click here for more information

  • Greenwood Forest Park – Click here for your children to be entertained for the day

Sports