Wales

The Trwyn Cemlyn walk on Anglesey

Sunset over the wide sweep of Cemlyn Bay — Sunset over Cemlyn Bay, Anglesey | © National Trust Images/Joe Cornish

This walking trail around the coastal headland celebrates some of Anglesey’s industrial heritage, its rich wildlife and a pioneering aviator. Enjoy the sea breeze and views of rocky islands along the way.

Near to

Cemlyn

Start point

Bryn Aber car park, grid ref: SH329936

Trail information

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Difficulty

Accessibility*

Full trail

DistanceMiles: 1 (km: 1.6)

Duration 30 mins to 40 mins

Dog friendly**

*Level walk with one gate. For further details, see section marked Access.
**Dogs should be kept on a lead. For further details, see section marked Facilities.

Flooding

Please note that Bryn Aber car park is liable to flooding. Please check for high tide times before your visit.

Address
Cemlyn, Anglesey
Directions via Google Maps
By train
Station at Holyhead 12 miles (19km). See Traveline-Cymru.
Traveline-Cymru
By bus
Amlwch to Holyhead route stops at Tregele (45 minute walk). See Traveline-Cymru.
Traveline-Cymru
Cycling
National Cycle Network Route 566 goes close by.
Sustrans
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. Post code LL67 0DY.
Total stages: 6
Total stages: 6
Start point
Bryn Aber car park, grid ref: SH329936
Stage 1
From the car park walk straight on towards the headland. You'll go past the old coal and timber sheds, where coasters once unloaded their cargo.
Stage 2
Follow the path through the gate and past the monument that commemorates the first lifeboat on Anglesey. Bear left and follow the track to the north coast.
Stage 3
Looking out from here you'll see Mynachdy, the navigation markers and chimney that are the remains of a copper mine.
Stage 4
Carry on along the headland towards the point. Take in the views and enjoy the sea breeze along this grassy path.
Stage 5
Walk to the end of the headland, where you'll have a clear view of Cemlyn Bay and the shingle ridge, one of only a few in Britain. Look too for Wylfa Power Station with Ynys Padrig beyond.
Stage 6
Follow the path up the other side of the headland back to the monument. Retrace your steps back to the car park past the old coal and timber sheds.
End point
Bryn Aber car park, grid ref: SH329936
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Trwyn Cemlyn Walk on Anglesey | © Crown copyright and database rights 2013 Ordnance Survey
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A wide-angle shot of a person walking along the shoreline at Cemlyn Bay, Anglesey. The bay sweeps around in a curve, and the sea is gently lapping the shore.

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