Wales

A gentle walk at Plas Newydd

This short stroll around the grounds at Plas Newydd is ideal for all ages. Grown-ups can enjoy the backdrop of Snowdonia and the Menai Strait, whilst there's plenty along the way to keep children happy, including the treehouse and adventure playground.

Near to

Plas Newydd House and Garden

Start point

Plas Newydd, grid ref: SH521696

Trail information

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Difficulty*

Accessibility**

Full trail

DistanceMiles: 1 (km: 1.6)

Duration 30 mins

Dog friendly***

*Variety of surfaces including tarmac, grass and gravel. For further details, please see Terrain section.
**The walk is moderately accessible. For further details, please see Access section.
***Dogs welcome on leads in the grounds of Plas Newydd apart from the Italianate Terrace.

Address
Plas Newydd, Anglesey
Directions via Google Maps
By train
Llanfairpwll station 1.75 miles (2.8km)
By bus
Arriva 42 service - Bangor to Llangefni (passing Bangor train station and close to Llanfairpwll train station)
See Traveline-Cymru for details
By road
2 miles (3.2km) south-west of Llanfairpwll A55 junctions 7 and 8a, or A4080 to Brynsiencyn; turn off A5 at west end of Britannia Bridge. Postcode: LL61 6DQ.
Total stages: 9
Total stages: 9
Start point
Plas Newydd, grid ref: SH521696
Stage 1
Begin your walk from reception and follow the path that leads down to the house.
Stage 2
As you follow the path, stop by the cricket pavilion and look over to the old stable block which is now run by the Conway Centre.
Stage 3
Follow the path and as you turn the corner, wait for the impressive views of the Menai Strait and the house. During winter opening hours, turn right and continue down the dock road (rejoining the route at point 5).
Stage 4
Continue onwards down the path, then once you reach the courtyard, follow the path alongside the croquet lawn, to the right.
Stage 5
Follow the tarmac path which goes down to your left, then take the first path on the right, before you’ve reached the dock.
Stage 6
Continue along the tarmac path. If you want to take a break at this point, there's a bench on your left offering lovely views. Or you may like to explore the Camellia Dell on your right.
Stage 7
Come back to the path and continue forward, then go uphill off the path and onto the grass and look for a gap in the trees. Who will be the first to spot one of the oldest trees in Plas Newydd? This is a pleasant place to sit for a break. Continue going uphill until you reach the tarmac path.
Stage 8
Now it's time to explore the area that the Marquess's children named the 'West Indies'. Can you think why they gave it this name? Meander through the grassed area and look out for the new treehouse.
Stage 9
Head back on the grassed area towards the cricket pavilion, where you’ll be able to enjoy the adventure playground in the woods on the left. Then follow the path back past the pavilion to the house, where you can enjoy a post-walk brew in the Old Dairy café.
End point
Plas Newydd, grid ref: SH521696
Trail map
Plas Newydd gentle walk map | © Crown copyright and database rights 2013 Ordnance Survey
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The terraces outside the House in summer at Plas Newydd, Anglesey

Place

Plas Newydd House and Garden

On the island of Ynys Môn (Anglesey), Plas Newydd is a Grade 1 listed house and garden situated on the banks of the Menai Strait.

View across the Menai Strait to Plas Newydd from Glan Faenol, Anglesey, Wales.

Trail

Glan Faenol wildlife and woodland walk

Explore varied native woodland and ancient parkland with views of the house and gardens at Plas Newydd and the hills of Snowdonia.

Couple walking in the garden at Plas Newydd with mountains in the background

Trail

Hidden corners of Plas Newydd walk

Discover the hidden corners of Plas Newydd on a walking trail packed full of stunning views over the Menai Strait, the Faenol and Snowdonia.

Gate from Walled Garden in winter at Penrhyn Castle

Trail

Discover nature walk at Penrhyn Castle

Enjoy a circular walk around the lesser-known parts of the castle grounds as you discover a diverse range of wildlife and nature that call this place home.