Self catering accommodation – holiday cottages in Cemaes Bay
The most northerly village in Wales, Cemaes is set on Anglesey’s wildest and most unspoilt stretch of coastline, most of which is now cared for by the National Trust.
Cemaes Bay is a large, natural, horseshoe cove and encloses a sheltered harbour with two beautiful beaches.
Cemaes Bay Village
The village itself has many local amenities for visitors, including a general store, butcher, hairdresser, pharmacy, cafe, fish & chip shop, post office, and a craft shop. There are two pubs, Ye Olde Vigour Inn, and The Harbour Hotel, all of which serve excellent food. The town of Holyhead is only a 20-minute drive away and offers all the usual amenities as well as the opportunity to hop on a ferry to Dublin for the day!!!
Originally a fishing village, it became a centre for shipbuilding and exporting marble and limestone, used to build many of Liverpool’s buildings.
Maritime activity is at the old stone pier where boat trips to Skerries Lighthouse and the Isle of Man can be arranged with local boat owners.
At the eastern entrance to the bay is Llanadrig and St Patrick’s Church and cave, where it is said Patrick set off to Ireland from.
Further east is Dinas Gynfor prehistoric hill fort and the atmospheric small port of Llanlleiana from where China clay was once exported.
Cemaes Heritage Centre
In the centre of the village of Cemaes, is the heritage centre, which is an interesting place to visit when you can discover and learn about all the rich history this lovely place has to offer. The exhibition covers 2 floors encompassing 4 themes. You can also hire a meeting and training room from them if need be. Visit Wales tourist information point is situated here too for info on the surrounding area. There is a dog-friendly garden overlooking the river Wygyr and a café on-site serving tea, coffee and freshly made food for you to enjoy.
Address:
Cemaes Heritage Centre
Cwmni Cemaes Cyf.
36 High Street
Cemaes
Anglesey LL67 0HL
Mobile: 07935773986 | E-mail. [email protected]
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday: 09:30-16:30
Web site: cemaesheritagecentre.org
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Whether you want to make the most of the many nautical and seaside activities nearby, or just relax and enjoy the views, Cemaes Bay offers an ideal place to enjoy that well-earned break in North Wales!
Is Cemaes Bay worth a visit?
There is a picturesque harbour to enjoy and a lovely long sandy beach that is unspoiled, sheltered, safe for bathing and great for rock pooling.
Why should we choose North Wales?
The North of Wales has some of the most dramatic and beautiful landscapes in the UK, with opportunities a plenty to enjoy the outdoors and all it has to offer.
Wales, what is famous for?
The lovely scenery, the history, rugby, beaches, Anthony Hopkins, and the charming language. Oh, did we mention Mount Snowdon and the most castles per capita in Europe?
