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Cemlyn
WalesA ruggedly beautiful coastline of rocks, small bays and headlands to delight walkers. Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Cemlyn Nature Reserve, Cemlyn, Cemaes Bay, Anglesey, LL67 0DY
Opening times for 24 August 2025
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- By road
- A5025 from Valley, follow sign to Cemlyn National Nature Reserve in Tregele (opposite Douglas Inn). On approach to Cemlyn NNR take second turning to the right then turn right again, after farm buildings, past Bryn Aber walled garden to the car park.Parking: at Bryn Aber car park, Cemlyn. Please note that this car park is affected by the tides. Please check tide times prior to your visit.Sat Nav: LL67 0DY
- By train
- Closest station at Holyhead is 12 miles away (19km), see Transport for Wales.
- By bus
- Amlwch to Holyhead route stops at Tregele (45 minute walk), see Transport for Wales.
- Cycling
- National Cycle Network Route 566 passes close by.
Planning your visit
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Visiting Anglesey with your dog
From dog-friendly beaches and coastal walks to woodlands and gardens there are plenty of places to take your dog in Anglesey.
Highlights
Coast
Cemlyn is a North Wales Wildlife Trust Nature Reserve. It has a beautiful coastline of rocks, small bays and headlands.
Things to see and do
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Bird-spotting at Cemlyn
Take a walk along the rugged coastline of the north coast of Anglesey and see if you can spot the wide variety of unusual birds that visit the area.
Top trails
Trail
Cemlyn shingle ridge walk
Discover a trail along the shingle ridge and watch a host of water birds on the lagoon at Cemlyn National Nature Reserve. This circular trail takes you across a causeway and along country lanes at Cemlyn Bay. It's perfect for walkers and wildlife spotters.
Trail
The Trwyn Cemlyn walk on Anglesey
Enjoy this easy walk around the coastal headland at Cemlyn. The trail celebrates Anglesey’s rich wildlife and industrial heritage.
Trail
Cemlyn and Llanrhwydrus circular walk
Follow this three-mile circular walk at Cemlyn on Anglesey, taking in sea views, rock formations, spiritual sites and wildlife. Lucky visitors may even see seals, and if you time it right, you can watch the sun set over the Irish Sea.
Places to stay
Bryn Llywelyn Farmhouse
This Georgian house retains much of its original character and looks out over Llanlleiana Bay.
Penrhyn Mawr
A cosy farmhouse, a few minutes’ walk from the wild, rugged coastal path and a pretty seaside town with a sandy beach
Tywyn Cottage
A pretty cottage on the north coast of Anglesey with lovely beach views from the back garden.
Upcoming events
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About Cemlyn
Ruggedly beautiful, the north coast of Anglesey has a unique coastline of rocks, small bays and headlands and is a delight for walkers. Cemlyn is recognised for its National Nature Reserve and is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and home to the rare spotted rock rose. Renowned for its breeding colonies of Sandwich, common and Arctic terns, Cemlyn Bay is a hive of seabird activity in spring and summer. Headland paths offer dramatic land and seascapes during autumn and winter. The brackish lagoon is separated from the sea by a remarkable shingle ridge.
Latest news
Press release
'This is Ynys Môn’, Mr Phormula and National Trust Cymru release new song celebrating nature, heritage and community
With fantastic beaches, a range of wildlife and a unique culture, there’s plenty to be proud of in Ynys Môn (Anglesey). This summer, National Trust Cymru are proud to announce the release of 'This is Ynys Môn’, a vibrant new song and music video which showcases the islands highlights. It has been created in collaboration with Mr Phormula and Year 9 pupils from Ysgol Syr Thomas Jones School in Amlwch, taking inspiration from the cultural heritage and stunning environment of Ynys Môn and blending it with the creativity and voices of young people from the island.
