Porth Tywyn Mawr (Sandy Beach) Beach
Holyhead, Ynys Mon / Isle of Anglesey
This is a long and sandy beach with sand dunes. It is good for most watersports and there is a village and campsite nearby.
Beach Type
SandActivities
WindsurfingSea canoeing
Sailing
Swimming and sometimes surfing (in the right conditions)
Nature and Wildlife
Coastal walks taking in the local wildlife including puffins and other rare birds. together with grey seals. porpoise and the occasional sighting of a bottle-nosed dolphin.Parking
Free parkingWater Quality
ExcellentLifeguard
NoAwards and Recommendations
Green Coast AwardMarine Conservation Society Recommended
Location
Nearest town: HolyheadCounty: Ynys Mon / Isle of Anglesey
Latitude/Longitude: 53.3353, -4.57343
Postcode: LL65 4YH
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)
Access
The beach is just off the A5108.Nearest Railway Stations
Holyhead (Approx. 3 miles away)Valley (Approx. 4 miles away)
Rhosneigr (Approx. 8 miles away)
Ty Croes (Approx. 9 miles away)
Bodorgan (Approx. 11 miles away)