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Porth Cae-Ceffylau

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Porth Cae-Ceffylau

Traeth Mawr
Traeth Mawr Credit: Chris Andrews

Porth Cae-Ceffylau, also known as Cae-Ceffylau Bay, is a picturesque coastal area located on the northwestern coast of the island of Anglesey in Wales, United Kingdom. This bay is nestled between the villages of Rhoscolyn and Trearddur Bay and is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere.

The bay is characterized by its golden sandy beach, which stretches for approximately 0.5 miles, providing ample space for visitors to relax and enjoy the surroundings. The crystal-clear turquoise waters of the bay are ideal for swimming, kayaking, and other water-based activities. The bay is also a popular spot for boating enthusiasts, with a small launching ramp available for public use.

Surrounded by rugged cliffs and lush green hills, Porth Cae-Ceffylau offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Irish Sea and the distant Snowdonia mountain range. The area is a haven for wildlife, with a variety of seabirds and marine life often spotted in the bay.

Porth Cae-Ceffylau is also steeped in history, with the ruins of St. Gwenfaen's Church visible on the headland overlooking the bay. The church dates back to the 6th century and is associated with the Welsh patron saint of horses. Visitors can explore the ruins and learn about the fascinating history of the area.

Overall, Porth Cae-Ceffylau is a hidden gem on the beautiful island of Anglesey, offering visitors a peaceful and idyllic coastal escape with its stunning beach, breathtaking scenery, and rich history.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.16726/-4.4521123 or Grid Reference SH3666. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Traeth Mawr
Traeth Mawr
Porth Melin Ifan Owen
Porth Melin Ifan Owen
The Afon Ffraw Meets The Sea
The Afon Ffraw Meets The Sea
Traeth Aberffraw The trek beside the river from Aberffraw is rewarded with this fine beach with a view across to the Lleyn Peninsula.
Traeth Aberffraw
The trek beside the river from Aberffraw is rewarded with this fine beach with a view across to the Lleyn Peninsula.
Remains of Cairn, Trwyn Du A bronze age cairn, only parts of the kerb now visible.
Remains of Cairn, Trwyn Du
A bronze age cairn, only parts of the kerb now visible.
Aberffraw Sands (Traeth Mawr) Looking south along the beach at Aberffraw Sands (Traeth Mawr). The silhouette of the Snowdonia mountains on the mainland can be seen in the distance. Wikipedia <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anglesey_Coastal_Path" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anglesey_Coastal_Path">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Aberffraw Sands (Traeth Mawr)
Looking south along the beach at Aberffraw Sands (Traeth Mawr). The silhouette of the Snowdonia mountains on the mainland can be seen in the distance. Wikipedia LinkExternal link
Aberffraw Sands (Traeth Mawr) Looking north on the Anglesey Coastal Path at Aberffraw Sands (Traeth Mawr). The path continues from here through the village of Aberffraw over the Afon Ffraw and along the headland in the distance. Traeth Mawr is Welsh for big sands. Wikipedia <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anglesey_Coastal_Path" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anglesey_Coastal_Path">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Aberffraw Sands (Traeth Mawr)
Looking north on the Anglesey Coastal Path at Aberffraw Sands (Traeth Mawr). The path continues from here through the village of Aberffraw over the Afon Ffraw and along the headland in the distance. Traeth Mawr is Welsh for big sands. Wikipedia LinkExternal link
Traeth Mawr (Aberffraw Sands) Looking north on Traeth Mawr (Aberffraw Sands) towards the estuary of the Afon Ffraw at Aberffraw. Traeth Mawr is Welsh for big sands.
Traeth Mawr (Aberffraw Sands)
Looking north on Traeth Mawr (Aberffraw Sands) towards the estuary of the Afon Ffraw at Aberffraw. Traeth Mawr is Welsh for big sands.
Traeth Mawr (Aberffraw Sands) Looking south on Traeth Mawr (Aberffraw Sands) towards Dinas Trefri. The silhouette of the Snowdonia mountains on the mainland can be seen in the distance. Traeth Mawr is Welsh for big sands.
Traeth Mawr (Aberffraw Sands)
Looking south on Traeth Mawr (Aberffraw Sands) towards Dinas Trefri. The silhouette of the Snowdonia mountains on the mainland can be seen in the distance. Traeth Mawr is Welsh for big sands.
Traeth Mawr (Aberffraw Sands) Traeth Mawr (Aberffraw Sands), looking back across the beach towards the sand dunes. Traeth Mawr is Welsh for big sands.
Traeth Mawr (Aberffraw Sands)
Traeth Mawr (Aberffraw Sands), looking back across the beach towards the sand dunes. Traeth Mawr is Welsh for big sands.
The Anglesey Coastal Path at Traeth Mawr The Anglesey Coastal Path at Traeth Mawr as it heads out of the dunes and onto Traeth Mawr (Aberffraw Sands). Traeth Mawr is Welsh for big sands. Wikipedia <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anglesey_Coastal_Path" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anglesey_Coastal_Path">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
The Anglesey Coastal Path at Traeth Mawr
The Anglesey Coastal Path at Traeth Mawr as it heads out of the dunes and onto Traeth Mawr (Aberffraw Sands). Traeth Mawr is Welsh for big sands. Wikipedia LinkExternal link
View from the Anglesey Coastal Path The view east from the sandunes on the Anglesey Coastal Path near Aberffraw.
View from the Anglesey Coastal Path
The view east from the sandunes on the Anglesey Coastal Path near Aberffraw.
The Anglesey Coastal Path at Aberffraw The Anglesey Coastal Path passing through the sandunes at Aberffraw.
The Anglesey Coastal Path at Aberffraw
The Anglesey Coastal Path passing through the sandunes at Aberffraw.
Tywyn Aberffraw Looking across the dunes towards Aberffraw from the Anglesey Coastal Path.
Tywyn Aberffraw
Looking across the dunes towards Aberffraw from the Anglesey Coastal Path.
Anglesey Coastal Path at Tywyn Aberffraw The Anglesey Coastal Path crossing Tywyn Aberffraw which is a nature conservation site.
Anglesey Coastal Path at Tywyn Aberffraw
The Anglesey Coastal Path crossing Tywyn Aberffraw which is a nature conservation site.
The road to Aberffraw The back road to Aberffraw from the south-east as it drops down to cross the broad band of sand dunes. The village can be seen in the distance, with Holyhead Mountain on the far horizon.
The road to Aberffraw
The back road to Aberffraw from the south-east as it drops down to cross the broad band of sand dunes. The village can be seen in the distance, with Holyhead Mountain on the far horizon.
The road to Aberffraw At Penrhyn Drytta. The houses at Llwynysgaw on the skyline.
The road to Aberffraw
At Penrhyn Drytta. The houses at Llwynysgaw on the skyline.
North Wales WWII defences: RAF Bodorgan, Anglesey - Trefri pillbox (1) - Pillbox (unclassified): DoB ID: S0003171 On a hilltop in open countryside is a single storey, brick-faced, octagonal plan pillbox with a reinforced concrete roof, and an attached octagonal LAAMG post. Part of the former airfield defences of RAF Bodorgan. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5085758">SH3767 : North Wales WWII defences: RAF Bodorgan, Anglesey - Trefri pillbox (2)</a>
North Wales WWII defences: RAF Bodorgan, Anglesey - Trefri pillbox (1)
- Pillbox (unclassified): DoB ID: S0003171 On a hilltop in open countryside is a single storey, brick-faced, octagonal plan pillbox with a reinforced concrete roof, and an attached octagonal LAAMG post. Part of the former airfield defences of RAF Bodorgan. SH3767 : North Wales WWII defences: RAF Bodorgan, Anglesey - Trefri pillbox (2)
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Porth Cae-Ceffylau is located at Grid Ref: SH3666 (Lat: 53.16726, Lng: -4.4521123)

Unitary Authority: Isle of Anglesey

Police Authority: North Wales

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