The best beaches in North Wales and Anglesey

If you have ever visited the North Wales area you will know that there is some of the most extraordinary coastline in the UK. There are dramatic craggy cliffs, sweeping sands and plenty of opportunity to dip your toe into the waves. We love a day by the sea so here’s our collection of the best beaches in North Wales and Anglesey to explore with family and friends.

Prestatyn Beach, Denbighshire

Joining Barkby and Ffrith beaches is the fantastic Prestatyn Beach. Wide and sandy, the 4 miles of beach has a promenade that’s ideal for a good stroll along or renting a bike to ride along to nearby Dyserth Waterfall. Pop into Prestatyn town and pick up some picnic food and a bucket and spade – this beach has excellent sandcastle building potential.

Prestatyn is a Blue Flag beach with good amenities nearby including parking, toilets, traditional seaside amusements and a play area for the little ones.

Llanddulas Beach, Conwy County

Conwy is home to Llanddulas beach. More than a simple sandy destination, you’ll find patches of pebbles where you can discover beautiful shells. The beach is a true beauty spot, recognised by its Green Coast Award, and there’s plenty of places to park nearby.

Starting at Colwyn Bay, this beach also benefits from a coastal walkway where you’ll find people walking and cycling along the stretch. The area is dog friendly and if you’re hoping for some refreshments, there is a local pub and shop in the chocolate box village close by.

Llandudno West Shore Beach

Away from the hustle and bustle, you’ll find Llandudno on the west shore. Wonderfully sandy and a Blue Flag award winning beach, it’s popular with the locals for kite surfing and the perfect place for watching the sun go down.

Once you’ve finished your time on the beach, be sure to take a walk over the Great Orme headland. This Special Area of Conservation is something quite lovely to see, and fingers crossed that you’ll spot some of the local wildlife.

The beach is right on the Wales Coast Path, which is part of 870 miles of designated coastal walk that stretches the entire length of the Wales coastline.

The Llŷn Peninsula

The Llŷn Peninsula is classed as an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and once you see it, it comes as no surprise. It’s peppered with heritage sites, sand dunes, bays, cliffs and gorgeous beaches including Abderdaron beach, Llanbedrog beach, Morfa Nefyn and Porth Iago.

Abderdaron Beach

The Abderdaron Beach is only a short walk from the village and is lined with soft sand. Looking out to sea you’ll catch a glimpse of Bardsey Island, and if you’ve visited on a windy day, the headlands provide natural shelter from the elements.

Dogs are welcome on the beach if they keep to the left side of the slipway. There are also plenty of options to book a fishing trip or take a boat ride across to Bardsey.

Llanbedrog Beach

Instantly recognisable, the colourful wooden beach huts at Llanbedrog Beach are a drawer for holidaymakers. The beach itself is fairly sheltered so perfect for a quick swim or dipping your toes in the water.

Most of the beach is managed by the National Trust and if you stop by the car park, you will find family fun adventure packs; they contain a variety of interesting activities like bug hunting, games, leaf trails and more.

Morfa Nefyn

Right on the north coast of the peninsula is Morfa Nefyn. This crescent beach creates excellent conditions for water sports enthusiasts. Even if you don’t fancy it yourself, it’s wonderful to take time out to watch the kite surfers and windsurfers as they streak across the bay.

There are toilets and refreshments nearby and when you feel hungry, be sure to walk up to the Ty Coch Inn, the famous pub that is situated in the tiny fishing hamlet of Porthdinllaen. It has been judged the third best beach bar in the world – beating watering holes in Australia, Florida and Dubai.

Porth Iago

This beach is a “hidden gem” much beloved by the locals. Porth Iago is a little tricky to get to as it is only reachable by narrow country lanes and the car park is on private land – but it’s worth the challenge. Being on the west cost of the Llyn Peninsula, this sandy cove is a lovely place to visit as it is sheltered from the wind.

There’s parking, which is hardly ever busy, and toilets. In the warmer months a food truck comes by with plenty of local produce, cold and hot drinks.

Harlech Beach, Gwynedd

Overlooked by the impressive castle, Harlech Beach offers a mix of flat sands and bumpy dunes. There is plenty of opportunity to catch the local wildlife as you relax on the sand – the beach is part of a Site of Special Scientific Interest and there is a National Nature Reserve nearby.

If you’re out with the kids, this beach is the perfect family destination with good access from the car park and lovely sand that is perfect for sandcastles. There is also a shop and café next to the beach.

Isle of Anglesey

Being an island, Anglesey is surrounded by 125 miles of stunning coastline and beaches. Whether you want sandy stretches of beach that are ideal for the kids or more to more intimate rugged bays – Anglesey has it all.

Newborough Beach

The area of Newborough has plenty to see and do on a day out from Oak View Lodge Park. There are dunes for discovering, rock pools for exploring and lots of sand for making sandcastles.

The beach is also part of the first coastal National Nature Reserve and home to plenty of walking trails. Depending on how adventurous you are feeling there are lots of options – a 2–3-hour dune walk; a 1 hour estuary walk; and even a 5 km running trail.

Benllech Beach

Benllech is one of the most popular of the island’s beaches with fine golden sand and clear blue waters which are exceptionally safe for bathing and paddling.

The beach stretches for miles at low tide, meaning it is ideal for kids to run around and enjoy the open space.

There are excellent disabled facilities with access for both prams and disabled visitors.

Rhosneigr

You will find Rhosneigr on Anglesey’s Western shore and has two wide sandy beaches, Traeth Crigyll and Traeth Llydan. A popular beach for watersports, head over here if you want to do a spot of windsurfing or kitesurfing.

Trearddur Bay

Trearddur Bay is a beautiful large, sandy beach sloping to the sea.  You will find lots of things to do, rock pools to explore as well as cafes, toilet facilities (including disabled), car parks and beach warden service. This beach has a protected bathing area marked by buoys.

Llanddwyn Bay

If you have visited already, you will know that Llanddwyn is one of the finest beaches in Britain. Look back from the beach to see impressive sand dunes, and spectacular views of Snowdonia National Park, Caemarfon and the Llyn Peninsula.

Take a stroll along the path that leads through the grassy hills from the beach to the nature reserve at Llanddwyn Island and the nearby forest. There are lots of places to explore with a a fantastic network of footpaths.  A short distance away is the historical site of Ynys Llanddwyn which is well worth a visit.

Talacre Beach, Flintshire

The award-winning Talacre beach is popular with locals and holidaymakers. This is a large stretch of beach with lovely golden sand that has great views towards the Wirral and Liverpool in the distance.

The small town is situated four miles northeast of Prestatyn on a headland known as the Point of Ayr. At one end of the beach, you will find the Point of Ayr Lighthouse.

If you do head over to get a closer look, then be sure to watch out for the tide – as it can come in very quickly and we would want you having to wade back through the rising water.

The beach is home to a RSPB Nature Reserve for birds – so keep an eye out for warblers, skylarks and terns all taking to the skies.

Are you ready for a day at the beach?

Oak View Lodge Park is an ideal location to venture out for the day. We are sure you will find some great seaside places to visit amongst the best beaches of North Wales and Anglesey.

Whether it is a spot of sunbathing, taking an afternoon walk, windsurfing, kitesurfing or paddle boarding – it is all here, just waiting for you to explore.