Porth Neugwl

Bay in Anglesey

Wales

Porth Neugwl

Din Lligwy Romano-British Settlement One of the buildings in this well preserved 4th century AD defended settlement <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.megalithic.co.uk/article.php?sid=1494" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.megalithic.co.uk/article.php?sid=1494">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> — Din Lligwy Romano-British Settlement Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Porth Neigwl, also known as Hell's Mouth, is a picturesque bay located on the western coast of Anglesey, an island off the northwest coast of Wales. Stretching approximately four miles in length, it is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and is a popular destination for visitors seeking a tranquil seaside experience.

The bay's unique name, Hell's Mouth, can be traced back to its treacherous waters and strong currents, which have led to numerous shipwrecks in the past. However, despite its ominous name, Porth Neigwl offers a safe and idyllic environment for beachgoers and water sports enthusiasts.

The beach at Porth Neigwl consists of golden sands, making it an ideal spot for sunbathing and picnicking. The bay is also well-known for its excellent surfing conditions, attracting surfers from across the region. The consistent Atlantic swells and favorable winds provide ideal waves for both beginners and experienced surfers.

Surrounded by rolling hills and cliffs, Porth Neigwl offers breathtaking views of the Irish Sea and the rugged coastline of Anglesey. The area is abundant in wildlife, with various bird species often spotted along the bay, including gulls, fulmars, and cormorants.

Facilities at Porth Neigwl include a car park, public toilets, and a café nearby. The bay is easily accessible by road, with a well-maintained coastal path providing opportunities for scenic walks and hikes.

Overall, Porth Neigwl is a captivating destination that combines natural beauty, thrilling water sports, and a touch of maritime history, making it a must-visit location for nature enthusiasts and beach lovers alike.

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Porth Neugwl Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.352964/-4.2337258 or Grid Reference SH5186. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Din Lligwy Romano-British Settlement

One of the buildings in this well preserved 4th century AD defended settlement Link

Sandy Gerrard

Din Lligwy Ancient Site in 1995

The round remains believed to be of a house

Kevin Waterhouse

Din Lligwy Ancient Site in 1995

The remains of a rectangular structure believed to be for storage or workshops

Kevin Waterhouse

Moelfre Lifeboat Station

Arthur C Harris

Bryn Wylfa

A modern sculpture reflecting the Isle of Anglesey's history of stone, slate and bronze.

Arthur C Harris

Bryn Wylfa ( Look - Out )

Plaque at site of modern sculpture in Moelfre.

Arthur C Harris

Lligwy Burial Chamber

The capstone on this chambered tomb is huge which may explain why it is lower than usual Link

Sandy Gerrard

Traeth Bychan by the slipways

The profile of the trees shows how they are put under pressure from the wind, and that was certainly happening on this Christmas Day afternoon. The beach was presenting a very different aspect from the one seen here Link

HelenK

Traeth Bychan beach shop and cafe

Traeth Bychan beach shop seems to have been completely rebuilt since SH5185 : Traeth Bychan Beach Shop and Cafe, apart from the wall outside, with a more subdued decorative palette. Possibly this rebuilding has been done during the current winter, as the shop did not appear to have been fitted out yet.

HelenK

Benchmark on gatepost, RhÃ´s Lligwy

This benchmark is located on a stone gatepost on the NW side of the road in Rhôs Lligwy & it is shown in the current Ordnance Survey database at a height of 26.6577m above the Newlyn datum.

Meirion

Lligwy Chapel, RhÃ´s Lligwy

The remains of the medieval Lligwy Chapel.

Meirion

Din Lligwy

Village settlement at which many 3rd and 4th century Roman remains have been found. The village is thought to date back much earlier, to Iron Age times.

Peter Barr

Lligwy Bay

Lligwy Bay from Plas Lygwy.

jonathan

Lligwy Bay

Anthony Parkes

Path in woodland on the approach to Din Lligwy

The steps are not ancient, but part of the walkway to the Romano-British site. But this shot shows that the site was raised above the surrounding landscape and in its heyday, rather than being enclosed in trees would have had good all round views.

Jeremy Bolwell

Part of Din Lligwy ancient settlement

The settlement is one of several in the locality along the Lligwy valley, this one being on higher ground with good all round views and a reliable water supply, making it suitable for roundhouses and associated smithy and workshops. The site may have its origins in the Iron Age but when excavated in the early 1900's produced large quantities of later Roman period pottery sherds, some mended with iron clamps (implying that there were no local potters).

Jeremy Bolwell

Roundhouse foundation at Din Lligwy ancient settlement

This is where the Romano-British smithy, smelter, iron workers lived, in a typical conical roundhouse, with his family. Not a big living space. But well made.

Jeremy Bolwell

Rectangular workshop building at Din Lligwy

The rectangular workshop had a cobbled stone floor and walls five foot thick, with a timber and thatch roof. It showed evidence of being used as a workshop by containing five hearths, iron slag, oak charcoal. Romano-British pottery of late Roman period date and two 4th century Roman currency coins gave added dating evidence. Additionally shellfish, bone tools and a bone musical instrument were also revealed showing that they snacked on oysters, enjoyed a break and utilised what was available locally.

Jeremy Bolwell

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Porth Neugwl is located at Grid Ref: SH5186 (Lat: 53.352964, Lng: -4.2337258)

Unitary Authority: Isle of Anglesey

Police Authority: North Wales