Church Bay Beach

Rhydwyn, Ynys Mon / Isle of Anglesey

A steep footpath from the village leads down to a beautiful bay made up of rocks, pebbles and sand. It is edged by rock pools and backed by steep cliffs along which the Isle of Anglesey coastal path runs. Car park available.

Beach Type

Pebbles/Sand

Facilities

Toilets with disabled facilities
Cafe/restaurant and a slipway

Activities

Swimming
Sailing and fishing
There is no zoning for water sports

Nature and Wildlife

The nearby Camel Head is a wilderness of gorse and pine trees. The Isle of Anglesey Coastal Path runs from the beach. Anglesey has a wide range of animal and bird life. Leaflets on Anglesey's natural attractions and walks in the area are available. ring:

Parking

There is free parking for 40 cars by the beach.

Water Quality

Excellent

Lifeguard

Yes

Cleaning and Litter

The beach is cleaned daily by the local authority and there are litter bins.

Dogs

Dogs are allowed and there are dog bins - owners are required to clean up after their dogs.

Awards and Recommendations

Blue Flag Beach
Marine Conservation Society Recommended

Location

Nearest town: Rhydwyn
County: Ynys Mon / Isle of Anglesey
Latitude/Longitude: 53.3738, -4.5562
Postcode: LL65 4EU
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)

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Access

Porth Swtan - Church Bay is signposted off the A5025 coast road between Llanfaethlu and Cemaes Bay.

Nearest Railway Stations

Holyhead (Approx. 5 miles away)
Valley (Approx. 6 miles away)
Rhosneigr (Approx. 10 miles away)

Tourist Information

Llanfairpwll Tourist Information Centre. Tel: 01248 713177. Email: llanfairpwll.tic@virgin.net. www.anglesey.gov.uk

See the Environment Agency report for this beach

Accomodation Links

Hotels and Guest Houses in Rhydwyn

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