Porth Aels

Bay in Anglesey

Wales

Porth Aels

St. Cwyfan’s Chapel, Anglesey St Cwyfan's Church is a Grade II listed medieval church in Anglesey, Wales. Located on the small tidal island. It is popularly known as the "Little Church in the Sea". The church dates from the 12th century, with some renovations made in the 19th century.

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St. Cwyfan’s Chapel, Anglesey Credit: Brian Deegan

Porth Aels, also known as Ael y Bryn, is a picturesque bay located on the northwestern coast of Anglesey, an island in Wales, United Kingdom. Situated near the village of Rhoscolyn, Porth Aels offers stunning views of the Irish Sea and is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.

The bay is known for its pristine sandy beach, which stretches for approximately 200 meters and is surrounded by rocky cliffs. The crystal-clear waters of Porth Aels make it a perfect spot for swimming, snorkeling, and other water activities.

The area surrounding Porth Aels is rich in biodiversity, with an abundance of marine life and bird species. It is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, attracting nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers who come to observe the diverse wildlife that inhabits the bay.

Porth Aels is also famous for its stunning sunsets, which paint the sky in vibrant hues of orange and pink. The bay offers unobstructed views of the horizon, creating a tranquil and romantic atmosphere that is ideal for evening strolls along the beach.

Facilities near Porth Aels include a car park, public toilets, and a small café where visitors can grab a bite to eat or enjoy a hot beverage. The bay is easily accessible by car or foot, with a well-maintained footpath leading down to the beach.

Overall, Porth Aels is a hidden gem on the beautiful island of Anglesey, offering a serene and natural environment for visitors to enjoy the wonders of the Welsh coastline.

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St. Cwyfan’s Chapel, Anglesey St Cwyfan's Church is a Grade II listed medieval church in Anglesey, Wales. Located on the small tidal island. It is popularly known as the "Little Church in the Sea". The church dates from the 12th century, with some renovations made in the 19th century.

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St. Cwyfan’s Chapel, Anglesey
St Cwyfan's Church is a Grade II listed medieval church in Anglesey, Wales. Located on the small tidal island. It is popularly known as the "Little Church in the Sea". The church dates from the 12th century, with some renovations made in the 19th century. LinkExternal link
Ship Wreckage, Porth Aels Possibly part of the steamer 'Kyle Prince' that sank on the 8th of October 1938.
Ship Wreckage, Porth Aels
Possibly part of the steamer 'Kyle Prince' that sank on the 8th of October 1938.
Traeth Mawr
Traeth Mawr
Hairpin bend, Anglesey Circuit
Hairpin bend, Anglesey Circuit
Track and run-off, Anglesey Circuit
Track and run-off, Anglesey Circuit
Paddock area, Anglesey Circuit
Paddock area, Anglesey Circuit
Peripheral roads, Anglesey Circuit
Peripheral roads, Anglesey Circuit
Anglesey Circuit
Anglesey Circuit
The mouth of the Afon Ffraw & Aberffraw Sands
The mouth of the Afon Ffraw & Aberffraw Sands
Coastal path at Porth Lleidiog near Aberffraw
Coastal path at Porth Lleidiog near Aberffraw
On the coast path approaching Porth Cwyfan
On the coast path approaching Porth Cwyfan
St Cwyfan's Church near Aberffraw
St Cwyfan's Church near Aberffraw
Bluebells at Llangwyfan-isaf near Aberffraw
Bluebells at Llangwyfan-isaf near Aberffraw
The Afon Ffraw Meets The Sea
The Afon Ffraw Meets The Sea
Bodfeirig, Aberffraw
Bodfeirig, Aberffraw
Tirwedd melyn / A yellow landscape
Tirwedd melyn / A yellow landscape
Carreg drawsffurfiol rhigol / A fissured metamorphic rock
Carreg drawsffurfiol rhigol / A fissured metamorphic rock
Eglwys Cwyfan / St Cwyfan's Church Dedicated to the Irish St Kevin of Glendalough
Eglwys Cwyfan / St Cwyfan's Church
Dedicated to the Irish St Kevin of Glendalough
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Porth Aels is located at Grid Ref: SH3367 (Lat: 53.178067, Lng: -4.4881383)

Unitary Authority: Isle of Anglesey

Police Authority: North Wales

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