Situated
on the North Wales coast, Anglesey's
impressive
shoreline attracts visitors
all
year round with its wide variety of beaches and striking
coastline. Trearddur Bay itself
is
a beautiful
sandy beach
which
provides
ample opportunities for watersports enthusiasts
and families alike, whilst the surrounding coves provide
a quiet retreat.
Much
of Anglesey has been declared an Area of Outstanding Natural
Beauty and Trearddur Bay's main beach was
awarded the European Blue Flag in both 2002 and 2003 for
the cleanliness of its sand and water. Ingledene itself is
only
yards away from the beach, affording beautiful views across
Anglesey to the Snowdonia mountain range at the rear, as
well as stunning sunsets across the bay to Holyhead mountain
from
the front.
Day
trips to Ireland
are available from the Port Town of Holyhead only
2 miles away, which can take just 99 minutes with Stena Line
or Irish Ferries.
Prices
start
from
as little
as £10
per person. There is an excellent Maritime Museum in the
town and
the local arts centre, the Ucheldre Centre, is worth a visit
for exhibitions of local arts and crafts as well as concerts
and plays. The Ucheldre Kitchen serves a wide range of teas,
coffees and homemade cakes.
Fishing,
riding and golf facilities are all available in Trearddur Bay
and there is a leisure centre in Holyhead. There are restaurants
within walking distance serving a wide variety of meals and
the local pub is only one hundred yards down the road. In the
wider area there are Indian, Chinese and Thai restaurants/takeaways.
Trace
the history of the area from the Celtic remains and the ancient
hut circles on Holyhead Mountain to the Roman Fort in Holyhead
and the remains of the quarry (now incorporated in the Breakwater
Park) which provided the stone to build the mile long breakwater
which protects the harbour.
For
spectacular views (and energetic climbs!) visit the lighthouse
at South Stack. Standing on a rocky island just off the coast
and approached by steps down the cliffs and a suspension bridge
the lighthouse is open to visitors throughout the summer. Even
for those who do not venture down the cliffs, a visit to South
Stack is worthwhile for the views alone and the variety of bird
life to be seen from there and the nearby Ellin's Tower run
by the RSPB.
Ingledene
provides an excellent base for a beach or water sports holiday,
for coastal walks or just visiting the many attractions that
the Isle of Anglesey has to offer. For a relaxing holiday
far
away from the stress and bustle of modern life come to Trearddur
Bay on the beautiful island of Anglesey, North Wales.