Welsh Walking Wonders

Get those fresh air feels and feeds with wonderful Welsh walks to blow away those cobwebs

- Camille Allcroft

NEWBOROUGH BEACH to LLANDDWYN ISLAND

This is a coastal ramble to take at your own pace. Absorb the spectacular views of Snowdonia’s Mountain range and the Llyn Peninsula as you make your way along the sandy shore of Newborough Beach – it is bordered by a forest of Corsican pines inhabited by red squirrels – so well worth a look. The surroundings are just as dramatic on a chilly early spring day as they are in the height of summer, and the bay curves around to meet Llanddwyn Island, once home to Saint Dwynwen, the Welsh Patron Saint of Lovers (this is tidal so make sure to check tide times before setting out).

Dwynwen’s story is an enchanting one, which you can discover on the information boards around the island, while the lighthouse, ruined church and cottages are also not to be missed. The magnificent views will always be the main attraction here though, and if you are lucky you may even spot some of the locals – seals and Welsh ponies.

Need to know: Start from the large Newborough Beach car park, which is clearly signposted from Newborough village – there is a £5 entrance fee, which is worth every penny as there are plenty of other walks to choose from including forest trails.

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