Holyhead Mountain Walk - Angelsey

Holyhead Mountain Walk - Angelsey

The Breakwater View

We parked up at the bottom car park at the South Stack and decided to have a look where the paths to our right led to. We st off toward the RSPB Cafe and then off to the right along the first path. The walk ways are pretty sturdy under foot but do diminish as you climb higher toward the base of Holyhead Mountain.

I would recommend decent foot wear that supports the ankle but you could get away with trainers in the dry months "Yes there are dry months on the island!".

The views didn't disappoint as we began to climb and we decided to go as far as Tracy would allow for the day as she has a fear of heights and occasionally likes to take on her phobia head on and give it a run for its money but she knows when to stop too.

We took the route that led us from the point labelled number 8 on the map and proceeded via numbers 3, 5 and almost to 4 before Tracy and myself decided it was enough for one day and would save the view of the North Stack for another day.

This is our view from the No 5 on the map above, she does well to put up with me filming, stopping and constantly editing our life onto moving pictures.

Here is a link to the video https://youtu.be/uLYjmlMlWT8

So if your fancying a park up around the Stacks of Angelsey and a bit of stretch in between enjoying the views of the island please take a trip and make a memory or two and don't forget your camera!

Holyhead Mountain Hut Circles - Angelsey

Holyhead Mountain Hut Circles - Angelsey

The remains of 20 or so farmstead huts are worth a visit if you are on Holy Island especially if your to do list includes the South Stack at Holyhead. They huts are over 2.5 thousand years old and the were the homes of some of the very first farmers.

The views are stunning in 360 direction and make for a pleasant afternoon walk. The car par is right opposite the huts and its free parking.

I have made a short travel vlog to support this blog and it helps to show the terrain and the points of interest.
Also where to park, thankfully the weather was fantastic on the day of filming.

The video link (just click to open) - https://youtu.be/NncCaFJW5Wc

If you want to find out more about and how to get to the Hut Circles you can visit this link http://cadw.gov.wales/daysout/holyheadmountainhutcircles/?lang=en


Thank you for viewing my vlog and I hope you have a read of my other vlogs which give hints and tips on places to visit whilst Wales.

Angelsey - Holyhead - Angelsey

South Stack - Holyhead - Angelsey

A visit to the South Stack in Angelsey can be for many reasons but I will try and outline a few reasons that attract me to return time after time. Situated on the Isle of Angelsey ("Ynys Mon"), Holy Island which is the far north is home to some of most stunning sunsets on offer.

View of the Sth Stack

To get to the Sth Stack you need to get onto the A55 in North Wales and head out West for Holyhead.

Please click on the link to view the map and directions.

https://goo.gl/maps/ESwSiaVuGoP2

Nature

If you are a keen lover of nature there are a collection of visitors and year long residents that will tempt even the most avid of enthusiasts to try and get a view or a snap for their collection.

The RSPB Cafe offers refreshments and toilet facilities and also there are RSPB Staff on hand to answer questions and offer advice about what to expect when visiting the wildlife that resides on the cliffs and moorlands at the stack. There are mounted cameras in strategic points which are visible on a large TV screen in the shop.

History

Also there are the remains of about twenty dry-stone-built huts and associated field systems, belonging to a series of prehistoric and later farmsteads. Admission is free and open all year round apart from days specified in their heritage site.

The Stone Circle Huts are situated on the hillside opposite the South Stack. Suitable footwear advisable.

Water Sports and Beach

Kayaking, Fishing, Rock Climbing and Coasteering are but a few of the pastimes to be had at the beautiful beach at Porth Dafarch which is a very short drive from the Sth Stack, Parking is available but in peak season it will be busy and there is no over night but you can retreat back to the Stack for a quiet drink, discuss the day with friends and enjoy the view.

Port Dafarch

Coasteering

Here is a short travel vlog to help you get a feel for the beauty of the Holy Island, just click on the link: https://youtu.be/UlPpFofQrFU

I hope you enjoy my Vlogs and that they help in some way when planning places to visit when in Wales, please leave a comment and share for others who might be interested in visiting yet another gem in the heartland of Angelsey.

Tal - Y - Bont - North Wales

Tal -Y - Bont North Wales

Is a seaside beach resort area in between Barmouth and Harlech. It sits between the sea and the Cambrian mountains.
It has a small parking area near to the beach which is wide enough for camper vans but once parked up you will find you may be there for the day especially at weekends as movement will be restricted to turn around comfortably as people arrive in cars.

There is a small Ice Cream Parlor on the left as you park which has refreshments available. There are no facilities at all other than that so be prepared to be self sufficient.

Below is a link to the beach via google maps

https://www.google.co.uk/maps/place/Tal-y-bont,+Talybont/@52.775175,-4.0969658,17z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x4865786b61426bdf:0x24afcdcf1c39bfdd!8m2!3d52.775188!4d-4.092685

When you approach the beach from the main road you will have to drive slowly and give way to traffic going to and from the resorts.

Need a layby to stay in away from the beach? Simply drive out of the resort turn right towards Barmouth on the A496 and there are plenty of Laybys that present themselves for e.g. enter this postcode and there are 2 large laybys either side of the A496.

A496, Talybont LL43 2BZ

Here is a short video outlining the beach and the approach. Just click on the link

https://youtu.be/xMXZarZS1vk

We hope you try it out and enjoy Wales!!