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Benllech

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Benllech

The present and former roads to Llanbedrgoch In the foreground is part of a little loop of road which runs past the house of Bettws y Gwynt. This must have once been part of the road which runs northwards from Llanbedrgoch and been left out when the road was straightened; the road's new course can be seen at the end. Sat-navs think it is still possible to loop round but any driver trying to do this will find themselves in a thicket of brambles.
The present and former roads to Llanbedrgoch Credit: HelenK

Benllech is a small coastal village located on the eastern coast of the Isle of Anglesey in North Wales. Situated approximately 7 miles east of the town of Llangefni, Benllech is a popular holiday destination known for its picturesque sandy beach and stunning views of the Irish Sea.

The village itself is relatively small, with a population of around 3,000 residents. It offers a range of amenities including shops, cafes, pubs, and restaurants, making it a convenient place for both locals and tourists. The beach at Benllech is the main attraction, stretching for over a mile and providing ample space for sunbathing, swimming, and water sports.

The area surrounding Benllech is rich in natural beauty, with the rugged coastline and rolling hills of Anglesey offering fantastic opportunities for hiking, cycling, and exploring. Close by is the stunning Red Wharf Bay, an area of outstanding natural beauty that is renowned for its birdlife and serene landscapes.

Benllech also boasts a rich history, with evidence of ancient settlements and a medieval church still standing in the village. For those interested in the local heritage, there are several historical sites to visit, including the Neolithic burial chamber of Bryn Celli Ddu and the 13th-century Beaumaris Castle.

Overall, Benllech is a charming coastal village that offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for a relaxing holiday.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.315296/-4.221196 or Grid Reference SH5282. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The present and former roads to Llanbedrgoch In the foreground is part of a little loop of road which runs past the house of Bettws y Gwynt. This must have once been part of the road which runs northwards from Llanbedrgoch and been left out when the road was straightened; the road's new course can be seen at the end. Sat-navs think it is still possible to loop round but any driver trying to do this will find themselves in a thicket of brambles.
The present and former roads to Llanbedrgoch
In the foreground is part of a little loop of road which runs past the house of Bettws y Gwynt. This must have once been part of the road which runs northwards from Llanbedrgoch and been left out when the road was straightened; the road's new course can be seen at the end. Sat-navs think it is still possible to loop round but any driver trying to do this will find themselves in a thicket of brambles.
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
Mynwent Cyhoeddus, Benllech Public cemetery (mynwent cyhoeddus); burial ground of Bwthyn Tabarnacl, Benllech.
Mynwent Cyhoeddus, Benllech
Public cemetery (mynwent cyhoeddus); burial ground of Bwthyn Tabarnacl, 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.
Minor road near Cors Goch nature reserve
Minor road near Cors Goch nature reserve
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
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Benllech is located at Grid Ref: SH5282 (Lat: 53.315296, Lng: -4.221196)

Unitary Authority: Isle of Anglesey

Police Authority: North Wales

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