Anglesey Coast Path

Clifftops, beaches, and headlands forming a journey around Wales' largest island.

The Anglesey Coast Path is a long-distance circular route following the full coastline of the Isle of Anglesey. Encircling the island through the Anglesey National Landscape, the trail links beaches, cliffs, dunes, headlands, estuaries, and coastal settlements, creating one of Wales' most complete coastal walking journeys.

As a self-guided journey, the route connects places such as Holyhead, Trearddur Bay, Rhosneigr, Moelfre, Amlwch, and Beaumaris while passing rocky coves, sandy beaches, saltmarshes, and open coastal landscapes. The Irish Sea remains a constant presence throughout, with views extending toward Eryri (Snowdonia) and the mountains of mainland Wales.

With well-established paths, regular access to accommodation and services, and the convenience of a circular route, the Anglesey Coast Path offers one of Wales' most accessible long-distance coastal trails. The journey combines natural beauty, maritime heritage, and a constantly changing shoreline, revealing the full character of the island one headland at a time.

Overview

Distance 130 miles / 210 km

Duration 8–10 days

Difficulty Moderate

Start Holyhead, Isle of Anglesey

Finish Holyhead, Isle of Anglesey

Terrain Clifftop paths, beaches, dunes, grassy tracks, farmland paths, minor roads, and small villages