Anglesey is Wales' largest Island!

Anglesey is Wales’ largest Island and has three very distinct geological areas due to a fault line which crosses the Island diagonally from west to east.

To the north of the fault line lies some of the Island’s finest natural features, remote and dramatic landscapes. The centre of the Island is very low lying and contains some of Anglesey’s most ecologically important habitats including National Nature Reserves.

The southern part of the Island boasts the most diverse landscapes including limestone escarpments and cliffs off the eastern point around Penmon and the rolling woodlands and dune complex of the Newborough National Nature Reserve on the Island’s south west tip.

The whole area is noted for its archaeological interest and sites include the splendid medieval castle at Beaumaris, remains of native Welsh palaces and numerous prehistoric standing stones and burial chambers due to a rich history passed on from its Celtic, Viking and Medieval settlers.

Naturally the island is a haven for watersports enthusiasts, but it is also popular with those seeking either a relaxing or a non-water based action break. The island offers something for everyone and whatever time of year you visit, you will be spoilt for choice!

Anglesey Fast Facts:

• Anglesey is Wales’ largest Island
• The Island boasts over 100 miles of spectacular coastline within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
• The first Women’s Institute in Britain was started in 1915 in Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwlllantysiliogogogoch, the village with the longest name in the world.
• Beaumaris Gaol has the only working tread wheel in Britain. The prison’s architect was Joseph Hansom, who also designed the Hansom Cab.
• Charles Dickens visited the Island in 1859 to report on the loss of the Royal Charter, one of Britain’s worst shipwrecks, in which 400 people perished.
• Anglesey was once known as the “Granary of Wales” because of the large quantities of barley and oats grown – more than in any other region of Wales. It has also been known as the “Mother of Wales” for its rich farming community that could feed the population of Wales.