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Cil Y Gwynt
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Cil Y Gwynt

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53.249°N, 4.593°W
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Morning light pours across Anglesey's western edge, where the Irish Sea wind — cil y gwynt — gives this small site its name and carries the salt tang of coastal air through open pod doors.

This is a quiet base for couples and small families exploring Holyhead and Holy Island's clifftop paths, or anyone chasing ferries with a night to spare in proper shelter rather than canvas. The chalets and camping pods suit campers who want four walls and a bit of coastal weather protection without the full caravan park experience — you're still outside, just with a roof that doesn't flap at 3 a.m. The region's all about rugged headlands, RSPB seabird colonies at South Stack, and that big-sky, end-of-the-island feeling.

Facilities aren't listed in detail, so ask when you book what's onsite and what you'll need to bring. Dogs are welcome by arrangement, and campfires need checking on arrival — wind and open flame don't always mix well out here. Expect a low-key, practical stopover vibe rather than a bells-and-whistles resort, with Anglesey's coastal drama right on your doorstep.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
17°C
Mostly clear
11 mph
75%
7-Day Outlook
Today
18° / 10°
0%
Sat
18° / 15°
51%
Sun
19° / 16°
88%
Mon
18° / 14°
18%
Tue
20° / 16°
33%
Wed
21° / 16°
42%
Thu
20° / 14°
22%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
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Isle of Anglesey Coastal Path

Hugs the entire coastline of Anglesey over 200km of varied terrain – expect coastal cliffs, sandy beaches, salt marshes and quiet farmland with moderate ascents around headlands. Suitable for experienced families on shorter sections, but the full route demands stamina and navigation skills. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock and nesting birds (March-August). Delivers outstanding coastal scenery, Bronze Age sites, abundant seabirds, and that satisfying island-circumnavigation feeling across 12-

Hiking routeRegional network
15.51 km from campsite
Route length: 200 km
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