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Traeth Benllech

Beach in Anglesey

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Traeth Benllech

Beach Road, Benllech Here Beach Road meets Bangor Road and Llangefni Road. An old-style fingerpost (on the left) and a modern direction sign (on the right) are both visible. There is plenty of choice if you want to eat seafood in Benllech; including here the Jolly Fryer and far left Siop Y Cranc/The Crab Shop <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.visitanglesey.co.uk/en/things-to-do/activities/the-crab-shop-benllech/#.YdHl3mjP3IU" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.visitanglesey.co.uk/en/things-to-do/activities/the-crab-shop-benllech/#.YdHl3mjP3IU">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>. Between them is the main car park for the village.
Beach Road, Benllech Credit: HelenK

Traeth Benllech, located on the Isle of Anglesey in Wales, is a picturesque beach renowned for its natural beauty and family-friendly atmosphere. Situated on the eastern coast of the island, Traeth Benllech stretches for approximately 1.5 kilometers, offering visitors a long strip of golden sand to relax and unwind.

The beach boasts crystal-clear waters, making it an ideal spot for swimming and paddling. The gently sloping shoreline is perfect for families with young children, as the shallow waters provide a safe environment for little ones to enjoy the sea. Lifeguards are also present during the summer months, ensuring the safety of all beachgoers.

Surrounded by stunning coastal scenery, Traeth Benllech is a popular destination for nature lovers and walkers. The beach is backed by a promenade that runs the length of the shoreline, providing a pleasant walk with breathtaking views of the Irish Sea. The nearby headlands offer additional walking opportunities, with well-maintained paths leading to scenic viewpoints.

Facilities at Traeth Benllech include ample parking, making it easily accessible for visitors. There are also public toilets and a range of shops and cafes nearby, providing essential amenities for a day at the beach. The beach is dog-friendly, allowing pet owners to enjoy the beauty of Traeth Benllech with their furry friends.

Whether you're looking for a relaxing day on the sand, a refreshing swim, or a scenic coastal walk, Traeth Benllech offers something for everyone. Its natural beauty, family-friendly environment, and convenient facilities make it a must-visit beach on the Isle of Anglesey.

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Beach Road, Benllech Here Beach Road meets Bangor Road and Llangefni Road. An old-style fingerpost (on the left) and a modern direction sign (on the right) are both visible. There is plenty of choice if you want to eat seafood in Benllech; including here the Jolly Fryer and far left Siop Y Cranc/The Crab Shop <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.visitanglesey.co.uk/en/things-to-do/activities/the-crab-shop-benllech/#.YdHl3mjP3IU" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.visitanglesey.co.uk/en/things-to-do/activities/the-crab-shop-benllech/#.YdHl3mjP3IU">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>. Between them is the main car park for the village.
Beach Road, Benllech
Here Beach Road meets Bangor Road and Llangefni Road. An old-style fingerpost (on the left) and a modern direction sign (on the right) are both visible. There is plenty of choice if you want to eat seafood in Benllech; including here the Jolly Fryer and far left Siop Y Cranc/The Crab Shop LinkExternal link. Between them is the main car park for the village.
Benllech, Beach Road
Benllech, Beach Road
The Bay Cafe, Benllech
The Bay Cafe, Benllech
Benllech Sands
Benllech Sands
Benllech Beach
Benllech Beach
Red Wharf Bay, Castell Mawr Castell Mawr (Castle Rock) is a large limestone rock that dominates the western shore of Red Wharf Bay. It may once have been the site of an Iron Age fort, but there has never been a castle in the area. Today, the rock is a protected refuge for nesting seabirds
Red Wharf Bay, Castell Mawr
Castell Mawr (Castle Rock) is a large limestone rock that dominates the western shore of Red Wharf Bay. It may once have been the site of an Iron Age fort, but there has never been a castle in the area. Today, the rock is a protected refuge for nesting seabirds
Red Wharf Bay Traeth Coch (Welsh for Red Beach) is a wide sandy bay and an area of outstanding natural beauty on the east coast of the island of Anglesey in Wales. The bay is also known in English as Red Wharf Bay and lies between the villages of Pentraeth and Benllech. It is also close to Castell Mawr Rock, thought to be the site of an Iron Age fort. Red Wharf Bay beach itself has an immense expanse of sand, at low tide almost 10 sq miles of sand is uncovered. The sand and the sea life disappears beneath the waves twice a day, and reappears just a few hours later.
Red Wharf Bay
Traeth Coch (Welsh for Red Beach) is a wide sandy bay and an area of outstanding natural beauty on the east coast of the island of Anglesey in Wales. The bay is also known in English as Red Wharf Bay and lies between the villages of Pentraeth and Benllech. It is also close to Castell Mawr Rock, thought to be the site of an Iron Age fort. Red Wharf Bay beach itself has an immense expanse of sand, at low tide almost 10 sq miles of sand is uncovered. The sand and the sea life disappears beneath the waves twice a day, and reappears just a few hours later.
Red Wharf Bay, The Ship Inn The Ship Inn is an early nineteenth century public house. It is grade II-listed (Cadw reference 6377 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?lang=en&id=5377" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?lang=en&id=5377">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> ).
Red Wharf Bay, The Ship Inn
The Ship Inn is an early nineteenth century public house. It is grade II-listed (Cadw reference 6377 LinkExternal link ).
Anglesey Coastal Path at Red Wharf Bay The Anglesey Coastal Path (formally the Isle of Anglesey Coastal Path) is a 200-kilometre (124 mi) long-distance footpath around the island of Anglesey in North Wales. The route is part of the Wales Coast Path. The path logo is a flying tern. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4380990">SH5186 : Anglesey Coastal Path Logo</a> 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>
Anglesey Coastal Path at Red Wharf Bay
The Anglesey Coastal Path (formally the Isle of Anglesey Coastal Path) is a 200-kilometre (124 mi) long-distance footpath around the island of Anglesey in North Wales. The route is part of the Wales Coast Path. The path logo is a flying tern. SH5186 : Anglesey Coastal Path Logo Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Small Boats at Red Wharf Bay Traeth Coch (Welsh for Red Beach) is a wide sandy bay and an area of outstanding natural beauty on the east coast of the island of Anglesey in Wales. The bay is also known in English as Red Wharf Bay and lies between the villages of Pentraeth and Benllech. It is also close to Castell Mawr Rock, thought to be the site of an Iron Age fort. Red Wharf Bay beach itself has an immense expanse of sand, at low tide almost 10 sq miles of sand is uncovered. The sand and the sea life disappears beneath the waves twice a day, and reappears just a few hours later.
Small Boats at Red Wharf Bay
Traeth Coch (Welsh for Red Beach) is a wide sandy bay and an area of outstanding natural beauty on the east coast of the island of Anglesey in Wales. The bay is also known in English as Red Wharf Bay and lies between the villages of Pentraeth and Benllech. It is also close to Castell Mawr Rock, thought to be the site of an Iron Age fort. Red Wharf Bay beach itself has an immense expanse of sand, at low tide almost 10 sq miles of sand is uncovered. The sand and the sea life disappears beneath the waves twice a day, and reappears just a few hours later.
Red Wharf Bay Traeth Coch (Welsh for Red Beach) is a wide sandy bay and an area of outstanding natural beauty on the east coast of the island of Anglesey in Wales. The bay is also known in English as Red Wharf Bay and lies between the villages of Pentraeth and Benllech. It is also close to Castell Mawr Rock, thought to be the site of an Iron Age fort. Red Wharf Bay beach itself has an immense expanse of sand, at low tide almost 10 sq miles of sand is uncovered. The sand and the sea life disappears beneath the waves twice a day, and reappears just a few hours later.
Red Wharf Bay
Traeth Coch (Welsh for Red Beach) is a wide sandy bay and an area of outstanding natural beauty on the east coast of the island of Anglesey in Wales. The bay is also known in English as Red Wharf Bay and lies between the villages of Pentraeth and Benllech. It is also close to Castell Mawr Rock, thought to be the site of an Iron Age fort. Red Wharf Bay beach itself has an immense expanse of sand, at low tide almost 10 sq miles of sand is uncovered. The sand and the sea life disappears beneath the waves twice a day, and reappears just a few hours later.
Traeth Benllech/Benllech Sand
Traeth Benllech/Benllech Sand
Eglwys Bresbyteraidd Cymru Benllech Twentieth century Welsh Presbyterian church on Ffordd Amlwch at Benllech.
Eglwys Bresbyteraidd Cymru Benllech
Twentieth century Welsh Presbyterian church on Ffordd Amlwch at Benllech.
Strand Caravan Park, Benllech
Strand Caravan Park, Benllech
Traeth Benllech
Traeth Benllech
Fingerpost by the A5025 in Benllech, Anglesey This fingerpost is at the crossroads where Beach Road meets the A5025 - Amlwch Road. For a wider view see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7593034">SH5182 : Fingerpost by the A5025, Amlwch Road, Benllech</a> Milestone Society National ID: ANG_SH5182
Fingerpost by the A5025 in Benllech, Anglesey
This fingerpost is at the crossroads where Beach Road meets the A5025 - Amlwch Road. For a wider view see SH5182 : Fingerpost by the A5025, Amlwch Road, Benllech Milestone Society National ID: ANG_SH5182
Fingerpost by the A5025, Amlwch Road, Benllech The fingerpost stands at the crossroads where Beach Road meets the A5025, Amlwch Road. For a closer view see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7593019">SH5182 : Fingerpost by the A5025 in Benllech, Anglesey</a> In 2021 the fish shop is still there, but the Texaco garage is now a Tesco Express.
Fingerpost by the A5025, Amlwch Road, Benllech
The fingerpost stands at the crossroads where Beach Road meets the A5025, Amlwch Road. For a closer view see SH5182 : Fingerpost by the A5025 in Benllech, Anglesey In 2021 the fish shop is still there, but the Texaco garage is now a Tesco Express.
Yachts and Walkers in Red Wharf Bay
Yachts and Walkers in Red Wharf Bay
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Traeth Benllech is located at Grid Ref: SH5282 (Lat: 53.319063, Lng: -4.2157385)

Unitary Authority: Isle of Anglesey

Police Authority: North Wales

Also known as: Benllech Sand

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Located within 500m of 53.319063,-4.2157385
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Lat/Long: 53.3205213/-4.2203982
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Benllech
Created By: Potlatch 0.8
Is In: Anglesey,Wales,UK
Place: village
Wikidata: Q402177
Lat/Long: 53.321191/-4.2205614
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Barrier: cycle_barrier
Lat/Long: 53.3173709/-4.2185839
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Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 53.3197006/-4.2206921
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Crossing
Crossing: uncontrolled
Crossing Island: no
Crossing Ref: zebra
Kerb: flush
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 53.3183283/-4.218729
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Cafe
The Bay Cafe Restaurant
Addr Postcode: LL74 8SW
Addr Street: Beach Road
Fhrs Id: 208933
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 53.3206752/-4.2201775
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Lat/Long: 53.3174979/-4.2166883
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Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 53.3183971/-4.2186849
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Lat/Long: 53.3171565/-4.2154417
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Covered: no
Leisure: picnic_table
Lat/Long: 53.3190709/-4.2194612
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Covered: no
Leisure: picnic_table
Lat/Long: 53.3191326/-4.2194666
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Covered: no
Leisure: picnic_table
Lat/Long: 53.3191935/-4.2194693
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Covered: no
Leisure: picnic_table
Lat/Long: 53.3192291/-4.219427
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Covered: no
Leisure: picnic_table
Lat/Long: 53.3191655/-4.2194156
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Covered: no
Leisure: picnic_table
Lat/Long: 53.3191042/-4.2194096
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Barrier: stile
Material: metal
Source: survey;gps
Stile: squeezer
Lat/Long: 53.3173505/-4.2186042
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Direction: WSW
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: 10
Generator Solar Modules: 4
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.3202103/-4.2204455
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Direction: ESE
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 4
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.3202546/-4.2205062
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