Anglesey Surfing beaches

The beach guide has 12 surfing beaches listed in Anglesey. Check here for all surfing beaches in the UK

Contents
  1. Benllech
  2. Llanddwyn Beach
  3. Lligwy
  4. Aberffraw Bay
  5. Trearddur Bay
  6. Traeth yr Ora
  7. Porth Swtan (Church Bay)
  • Rhosneigr (Traeth Llydan) ©

    1. Rhosneigr (Traeth Llydan) Beach

    Traeth Llydan (Broad Beach) is one of of Rhosneigr's two main beaches and sits to the east of the village. Despite being somewhat smaller than neighbouring Treath Crigyll it is still over a mile long and an equally delightful stretch of…

  • Porth Tywyn Mawr ©

    2. Porth Tywyn Mawr Beach

    Porth Tywyn Mawr is also known as Sandy Beach, and for good reason. This long stretch (half a mile) of beach is comprised of beautiful golden sand and largely backed by low dunes. Apart from the Penrhyn Bay caravan site at the southern…

  • Lligwy ©

    3. Lligwy Beach

    Wide, sandy beach located just around the corner from the village of Moelfre. The beach of Traeth Lligwy is backed by low sand dunes giving it a wild, open feel, which is exactly what it is. At low tide a large expanse of firm sand is…

  • Llanfaelog - Porth Nobla ©

    4. Llanfaelog - Porth Nobla Beach

    A quiet rural beach located next door to Porth Tyn Towyn beach midway between the small towns of Aberffraw and Rhosneigr. It is an attractive little crescent of sand and shingle with a host of rocky islets just offshore. Porth Nobla is…

  • Cable Bay ©

    5. Cable Bay

    This lovely little sandy beach is set in a sheltered inlet and is largely undeveloped. Nevertheless it is a popular spot, drawing in plenty of locals and visitors alike during the summer months.

    Backed by gently sloping dunes…

  • Rhosneigr (Traeth Crigyll) ©

    6. Rhosneigr (Traeth Crigyll) Beach

    Traeth Crigyll (Town beach) is Rhosneigr's main beach. Located just to the west of the town it is a fine expanse of golden sand. At Rhosneigr beach you have the best of both worlds; there is easy access from the village, with several roads…

  • Benllech ©

    7. Benllech Beach

    Set on Anglesey's east coast, Benllech Beach is one of the most popular beaches on the island. It has fine golden sand and clear Blue Flag waters that are a delight for families to paddle and swim. At low tide the sand stretches for…

  • Trearddur Bay ©

    8. Trearddur Bay

    Trearddur Bay, located a couple of miles from Holyhead, is one of Anglesey's best beaches. A vast expanse of sand overlooked by a large hotel and two golf courses, the beach is also the site of an ancient burial ground, excavated in…

  • Rhoscolyn - Borth Wen ©

    9. Rhoscolyn - Borth Wen Beach

    Borthwen is a pretty, sandy crescent located on the southern shore of Holyhead island. Backed by sand dunes there are also a few little rocky islets along the length of the beach.

    This is a great family beach with its shallow…

  • Aberffraw Bay ©

    10. Aberffraw Bay

    Aberffraw Bay (pronounced "Aber-frow") is an unspoilt sandy beach that is just far enough from the nearest parking spot to make sure it never get busy. Backed by extensive low sand dunes, the beach feels particularly expansive. These dunes…

  • Porth y Tywod ©

    11. Porth y Tywod Beach (Llanfaelog)

    A largely sandy beach backed by gently sloping dunes. This largely undeveloped stretch of beach is within easy reach of both Llanfaelog village and nearby Rhosneigr. A good family beach, Porth y Tywod is also popular with windsurfers,…

  • Silver Bay ©

    12. Silver Bay

    Silver Bay (Traeth Llydan) is a sand beach closest to Holyhead. Forming a good-sized horseshoe of beach, it is located on Anglesey's southwest coast. Backed by grassy dunes and pine woodland, it slopes only gently into the waters of…