Deri Fawr
Things to do
The Isle of Anglesey (Ynys Môn in Welsh) has something for everyone. Anglesey is an island in Wales, off the mainland's northwest coast. It's known for its Beautiful Beaches, Ancient Sites, Nature Reserves, Lighthouses, selection of 9 and 18 hole golf courses and its 125 mile coastal footpath. A third of Anglesey, including most of the coast, is designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
North Wales has an excellent reputation as an adventure destination and Anglesey can provide much to thrill and delight.
Wildlife and Nature
GeoMon is one of 7 Unesco Global Geopark which exist in the UK. Our coastal footpath, running around the entire island will show you more than 100 rock types which have accumulated over 1,800 million years of earth history.
Anglesey is a real wildlife haven and has numerous bird and nature reserves where you might see a Roseate Tern, a Bittern or our lovely native Red Squirrels. The island is well known for the profusion of wild flowers which grow all over it and the butterflies that thrive on them, including the Marsh Fritillary. Visitors can also see seals, dolphins and other rare animals throughout the year.
The RSPB reserve at South Stack is definitely worthy of a visit.
History and local Heritage
The island has at least 20 Megalithic burial chambers remaining (such as Bryn Celli Ddu below) and there are many standing stones (such as Penros Feliw at the top of this page). Many other archaeological structures scatter the landscape, some stretching back over 5000 years. Suetonius Paullinus led the Roman invasion of Anglesey in AD60 to drive out the druid threat once and for all, however the druids are still here. The Island folklore is rich with tales of ghosts, druids, saints and much more. The island boasts holy wells, two castles, two monasteries, numerous medieval houses and fine architecture from later centuries especially at Beaumaris.
Anglesey has a fine local museum and an art gallery in Llangefni, which also boasts an excellent collection of nationally important art and sculpture by local artists.
Getting Active
Deri Fawr is an ideal centre from which to walk and there are several signed cycle ways. Much of the coast is designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty or owned by the National Trust.
We have an excellent selection of maps and walking guides.
We are 15 minute walk from Dulas Lagoon and 10 minute drive to Lligwy Beach, possibly the finest beach on Anglesey.
Food and Drink
Anglesey has many excellent places to eat including country pubs, restaurants, cafes and many fish and chip shops and takeaways to suit all tastes.
The lovely seaside towns of Moelfre and Benllech are just a short drive away and both offer pubs, cafés, shops and restaurants. Just ask us for recommendations and we would be more than happy to advise.
Contact details:
+44 (0)7890 443262 (Call or Text)
Deri Fawr, Llandyfrydog, Anglesey, LL71 8AS, Wales, United Kingdom.