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We’re keen bloggers at both of our holiday parks and we love nothing more than giving our luxury lodge owners and friends an insight into life at our holiday resorts on Anglesey. With our bi-weekly blog, we like to update you on key topics that make us and our lodge owners tick. From things to do to the best restaurants to visit (including The Deck House or The Oaklands of course!) you’ll have plenty of reading material to help you plan your next Anglesey break.

We also post about upcoming events on site including everything from beauty events to annual parties, so if you want to keep ahead of the game and make sure you get tickets, keep checking back!

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As dog friendly holiday parks, we know the importance of having lots of pooch-pleasing activities lined up when you come to stay with us. So, as a matter of high importance, we’ve been out and about, finding great places for you to visit around Anglesey when you next stay with us. Take a look below at our six dog friendly adventures around Anglesey.

Silver Bay Beach

A short 5-minute walk along the private footpath and you’ve arrived at the beautiful sandy beach of Silver Bay. On a sunny day, it can feel like you’re simply strolling along the shores of a Greek Island.

This clean beach provides your four-legged friend ample running space and the calm waves in the icy blue clear water are ideal for a game of fetch. If you fancy a bit more of a challenge a right turn before you get to the beach will take you along a coastal path of grassy sand dunes and open out onto Rhoscolyn beach and further along, Treadurr Bay. 

Woodland Falls, Lligwy: 42 minutes
Silver Bay, Rhoscolyn: 5 minutes

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The White Eagle 

There’s no better place to unwind and relax with your pooch than the White Eagle, just a short drive from Silver Bay, Rhoscolyn. The friendly staff will immediately provide your dog with a drinking bowl and of course most importantly plenty of fuss, treats and cuddles. To quench your own thirst the pub is well known for serving real ales and has a fantastic selection of wines. Dogs are welcome inside in the snug and outside on their balcony area.  

Woodland Falls, Lligwy:  38 minutes
Silver Bay, Rhoscolyn: 6 minutes

The Menai Strait 

Sites, seas and smells oh my! Just beyond the shores of Beaumaris is a small island known as Puffin Island. A guided dog-friendly boat trip with Seacoast Safaris will show you the best of the Menai strait with a trip up to the island. Its rocky face inhabits an array of birds like puffins, shags and kittiwakes; and the shores themselves are home to seals, dolphins and porpoises.

Woodland Falls, Lligwy:  25 minutes
Silver Bay, Rhoscolyn: 42 minutes

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Red Wharf Bay 

A hotspot for water sports lovers Red Wharf Bay, bordered by salt marshes and sand dunes is a great spot for a dog-friendly walk along the east coast of the island. There are no restrictions on this beach and so your dog is free to explore and chase all of the seagulls that frequent this beautiful shore. After exploring the huge expanse of sand, a pit stop at The Boat House for some refreshment is a must.

Woodland Falls, Lligwy: 11 minutes
Silver Bay, Rhoscolyn: 43 minutes

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Treaddur Bay 

A well-facilitated beach surrounded by rockpools Treadurr Bay is a must-visit for a dog-friendly day on Anglesey. Its located just a couple of miles from Rhoscolyn and is renowned for being one of Anglesey’s best beaches. Whilst dogs are permitted all year long, there are some restrictions to the eastern side of the beach that are well signposted. This doesn’t stop your dog from making the most of the curved slopes of sand enveloping the crystal clear waters. At low tide, there is plenty of running space and at high tide, just a few paw prints in the sand and you’re in the calm water. Along the promenade, you’ll find plenty of amenities, for ultimate comfort we’d recommend taking advantage of the outdoor sofas at Oceans Edge restaurant or for something a little bit more beachy the dog-friendly Sea Shanty café. On hot days there is also sure to be an ice cream van, an ice cream for you and your dog is the perfect rest bite after a day in the sun. 

Woodland Falls, Lligwy:  36 minutes
Silver Bay, Rhoscolyn: 13 minutes

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Rhosneigr 

If you’re up for being in the heart of a surfers village Rhosneigr is the perfect day trip destination, ideal for water sport enthusiasts and water-loving pooches. Once you’ve finished paddleboarding with your four-legged friends or taking advantage of the numerous shops available in the village, there are plenty of places to catch a bite to eat. With their own resident pooch, Reggie to welcome you, Café Notos is the perfect beach café with a real nautical atmosphere. For an evening meal, Sandy Mount House takes on contemporary beach house style with an added luxurious feel in both their restaurant and bar area. Their well-thought-out and dog-friendly tapas menu mean your pampered pooch doesn’t feel like they’re missing out on all the delicious food. 

Silver Bay Lligwy:  34 minutes
Silver Bay Rhoscolyn: 26 minutes

Want to learn more about Bulmer’s Holiday Parks? Why not download a brochure today. Fancy speaking to someone about what we offer? Request a callback here.



Introducing Bulmer Leisure

We are very pleased to announce the introduction of Bulmer Leisure, a name that will encompass all of our present and future holiday parks. After more than 30 successful years of Silver Bay Holiday Park and an expansion to the North side of the island in Lligwy, we introduce a name that will uphold the values we want to protect the very most. Any Bulmer Leisure holiday park will be the perfect place for families, couples and friends to have the opportunity to enjoy the stunning scenery of Anglesey from the comfort of our luxury caravans and lodges.

Bulmer Leisure will continue to uphold the same values and family ethos we always have. Creating a real focus on cleaner, environmentally conscious parks and engaging with the local community through employment and partnerships. We have committed to reducing our carbon footprint by 50% by 2030. We are achieving this through improving our on-site practices, creating eco-friendly lodges, and working with our contractors to create a more sustainable supply chain.

Where did the name Bulmer Leisure come from?

You may recognise the name Bulmer from somewhere else. That’s because for three generations, our Holiday Parks have been privately owned by the famous cider making Bulmer family. Building on the Bodior Estate, once used as a family holiday retreat for the Bulmer family, Silver Bay was founded in the 1980’s.

Continuing to use the well known and respected family name, Bulmer Leisure will now encompass both Silver Bay and Woodland Falls holiday parks. Equally luxurious, stylish, comfortable, and the perfect setting to escape life for a while. 

What does this mean for current owners? 

The decking of a a grey lodge This name change will not affect current or future holiday home owners. Bulmer Leisure will remain a privately owned family business, prioritising the needs of our holiday home owners.

The only difference you will find is a few name changes here and there. We can assure that your home away from home will remain the same peaceful escape as always.

Learn more about us here



Silver Bay, Rynys Lligwy, will now be known as Woodland Falls Rynys Lligwy. Having taken ownership of the holiday park, formerly known as Rynys, and having spent time really understanding the strengths of the park, we feel that Woodland Falls perfectly summarises the beautiful woodland environment, together with the brook that’s synonymous with the location.

Current owners can expect the same high standards and experience from both Silver Bay and Woodland Falls holiday parks in the future, as they have in the past.

Want to discover more about Woodland Falls? Download our latest brochure by clicking on the image above or by clicking HERE.

Want to get closer to the owner experience? Take a closer look at our Luxury Holiday Lodges and Caravans Interested speaking to one of our helpful team, then Request a Callback today. 



Anglesey has plenty of cycling routes to choose from, with a range of coastal, forest and mountain views.

 

So that you can continue to enjoy the stunning scenery of Anglesey in the winter months, we’ve put together some cycling routes more suited for the wetter weather. That way, when you inevitably get caught in the rain, it won’t ruin your cycle.

Newborough Forest Drive – Cycle Route Loop from Niwbwrch

Level – Easy 

Distance – 10.4 miles 

Climb – 350 ft

Parking / transport – Begins and ends next to a car park 

If you’re on the search for a route suitable for the whole family, this cycle loop is for you.  

Starting with a one mile slightly sandy path, the rest of the route takes a paved forest route avoiding muddy swamps!

Bridge View (Afon Cefni) – Bike path along the Cob Pool Loop from Bodffordd

Level – Intermediate

Distance – 28 miles 

Climb – 500 ft

Parking / transport – Begins and ends at a car park

For a slightly more challenging route, we suggest this loop taking you around Anglesey past a river, through newborough forest, and along Traeth Llanddwyn beach. With it being easily accessible by car, this is a must try cycling route this winter.

St. Cybi’s Church – RAF viewing area Loop from Rhosneigr

Level – Intermediate 

Distance – 33.4 miles 

Climb – 850 ft

Parking / transport – Begins and ends at a train station 

Another popular cycling route taking you past an RAF viewing point is this loop. Mostly on paved paths, this is a great choice for those rainier days. 

Llanberis Pass – Menai Suspension Bridge Loop from Llanfairpwll

Level – Difficult 

Distance – 47.5 miles 

Climb – 3,875 ft

Parking / transport – Begins and ends at a train station 

Lastly, for the cycling pros who will go the extra mile for a spectacular view, this ones for you. This cycling loop will take you through some incredible mountain valleys, glacial features, and across the menai suspension bridge. 

You can also enjoy a well needed coffee (or shelter from the rain) at Ogwen Valley visitors centre and snack bar at 33 miles.

 

Find more family friendly activities here. Want to discover more about our Luxury Holiday Lodges? Why not download a brochure today by clicking here.



Here at Bulmer’s Holiday Parks we’re delighted to have completed Phase One of our Luxury Holiday Lodge development at Lligwy.

Lligwy Falls combines the premium, luxury experience of a Bulmer’s holiday home, with picturesque woodland surrounds that unite to offer the perfect Anglesey retreat.

To celebrate, we’re offering a one-off small selection of Show Lodges, with site fees until 2024!

Our latest luxury lodges also offer great value, with licences of 50-years. As well as this, they are Eco Lodges, fitted with quality technology, including solar panels and water heat pumps, to help create a more sustainable holiday park, whilst still offering the high standards you’d expect from our holiday homes. The eco technology also means the cost of power is significantly reduced.

All our luxury lodges are fully furnished and ready for you to move into, bringing further value and ease to the owner experience. 

 The Lodges

We have a number of wonderful luxury lodges waiting for you at Lligwy. Take a look at some of the options below.

The Oslo

Taking inspiration from contemporary Scandinavian design, the spacious, comfortable Oslo offers a welcoming atmosphere for owners and guests alike.

The bright, brilliantly designed open plan lounge-kitchen-diner space is perfect for hosting family and friends at your lodge, with even more space to escape out through the French doors onto the sizeable decking area.

With three bedrooms (two doubles and a twin), plus two bathrooms (one main and an en suite), the Oslo offers ample room for a family to luxuriate in this holiday home. 

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The Harrington

This stylish, intelligently designed and fully furnished luxury holiday home combines comfort and modern flourishes to create a superb space.

The large living area includes a kitchen-diner plus a cosy lounge space, perfect for welcoming family and friends. There’s also plenty of room to relax on the decking area, accessible from both the lounge or the side door of the lodge.

With two bedrooms (one double, one twin), this beautiful holiday home offers plenty of space during your many stays with us at Woodland Falls. 

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The Brampton

The fantastic three bedroom Brampton is another perfect space to escape to with family or friends, with ample space to enjoy the company of those you love the most. 

Walking through the door, you’ll find a spacious, open-plan living space. Step inside and be greeted by a thermowood vertical brise-soleil partition and refreshing white gloss kitchen with contrasting dark grey island unit. The lounge and dining area is more than big enough to host your nearest and dearest on your many stays with us. 

The contemporary theme runs throughout the spacious eco lodge. The master bedroom features a king-size bed, dressing table and stool, walk-in wardrobe and also an ensuite bathroom. The other two bedrooms include 3ft divan beds. There’s also a family bathroom which includes a bath and shower.

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Luxury Caravans at Brook Views

We also have a luxury caravan development at Woodland Falls. These stunning holiday homes, which are fully furnished and ready to move into, offer the comfort, space and practicality to make for the perfect Anglesey retreat for you and your family.

Want to find out more about our luxury caravans? Click here.

What else can you expect from Woodland Falls holiday park?

As well as our luxury holiday homes and tranquil woodland surroundings, there’s plenty more to enjoy. Our park is just a short walk away from the award-winning Lligwy beach, regularly named one of the best beaches in the UK, and voted no.1 by The Sunday Times.

There’s also the Oaklands, our new leisure complex, offering owners another place to relax, socialise and keep fit. Kick back in the lounge bar with a coffee, tea or alcoholic drink, enjoy a game of pool in the games area or get active in the gymnasium and fitness studio. 

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Interested to learn more? Download our new brochure here. Get in touch by clicking here or calling 01407 860 860.

 


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LUXURY LEISURE COMPLEX AND SPA MEMBERSHIPS

Our luxury leisure complex and spa on Anglesey provides our members with a sanctuary for relaxation, health, and rejuvenation. With excellent facilities, featuring a fitness suite & studio, beauty therapy rooms plus a 15.5-metre indoor heated pool with poolside sauna suite, jacuzzi and steam room – No matter how you like to unwind, we’ve got it all. Discover everything available by visiting our Spa page HERE

Memberships to our fantastic facilities are £49 per month and include access to all of the above. There’s also a 10% discount available to membership holders on all Spa treatments you wish to indulge in. If you’d like to browse the Spa treatment offerings, you can so by clicking here.

JOIN TODAY

You can start enjoying the many benefits of a membership by signing up today. Contact the Spa directly by calling 01407 862049 or email spa@bulmerleisure.co.uk. Terms and Conditions apply. View our Ts and Cs by clicking here.

 

OPENING TIMES:

MON      09:30 –  19:30

TUES      09:30 –  18:00

WED      09:30 –  19:30

THURS   09:30  – 18:00

FRI         09:30  – 19:30

SAT        09:30 –  18:00

SUN       09:30 –  16:00

 

OPENING TIMES FOR BEAUTY AT THE SPA

TUESDAY            09:30 – 18:00

WEDNESDAY     09:30 – 19:00

THURSDAY         CLOSED

FRIDAY              09:30 – 19:00

SATURDAY        09:30 – 18:00

SUNDAY & MONDAY  Closed

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Our wonderful island of Anglesey is bursting with exciting experiences for visitors and owners at our parks. With over 130km of coastline, the water around the island has long been the playground of North Walians. And no area more so than the Menai Strait. The 16-mile stretch of water separating Anglesey from the mainland is brimming with exciting excursions and lined with beautiful places to visit.

So, to help you try something new and thrilling next time you stay with us, we’ve put together a number of recommendations along the Strait.

By Sea

One of the best ways to experience the Strait is by boat, with lots of trips available. RibRide is one such provider, offering speedy trips along the Strait, showing you all the sights, including the bridges, directed by knowledgeable guides.

Phil Scott owner of RibRide on their service: “We’ve been operating for 16 years and the experience has never become any less exciting. Due to the unique landscape, the history, stunning wildlife and having one of the highest tidal ranges in Britain, the experience is slightly different every year.

“Customers regularly feedback a number of things once their ride has finished; usually expressing their love of the wildlife on show, their excitement of the RibRide experience and their fascination with the stories and history we offer on the region and the two bridges during the trip.” If you’re interested in their experiences, click HERE

For those of you who like to get in the water, you may be interested in Plas Menai – The National Outdoor Centre. Situated on the mainland shore, close to Caernarfon, the amazing activity hub offers a huge range of experiences to get involved in. From Kayaking to paddle boarding, windsurfing to sailing and much more. Learn more HERE. Note – The centre is currently closed for a major refurbishment until April, but activities can be pre-book for its reopening. 

If you’d like to enjoy the Strait at a more gentle pace, then there’s plenty of other boat trip options, such as Seacoast Safaris. Setting sail from Beaumaris, on Anglesey’s south eastern point, this brilliant boat trip explores the wildlife of the region. 

As well as taking in the beauty of the Menai Strait, you can experience grey seals, the Puffins of Puffin Island, dolphins and plenty more. Full details can be found HERE

 

Puffins off the coast of Anglesey

By Land

If you wish to experience the region without climbing aboard any boats, there’s plenty to do along the coast. Beaumaris itself is a beautiful town, featuring both a castle and a historic prison, Beaumaris Gaol. If you’re looking for more history but somewhere slightly bigger to explore, then there’s the cathedral city of Bangor on the mainland coast too.  

Further west along the Strait there’s the stunning National Trust site of Plas Newydd House & Gardens as well as the Anglesey Sea Zoo. All in all, the Menai Strait offers more brilliant experiences for all the family to enjoy than you can shake a stick at.

So, next time you visit us at either of our sites, remember that the travel time to the Strait and it’s crossings is just a 30 minute drive from Rhoscolyn and a little over 20 minutes from Lligwy. 

Keen on learning more about our holiday parks on Anglesey? Click HERE for more info on Rhoscolyn and HERE for more on Lligwy.  

Fancy learning more about the history of the Menai Strait? Check out our blog HERE.


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In the surroundings of beautiful woodland and just a short walk from the famous Lligwy beach, our luxury caravan development is the perfect holiday escape in North Wales.

Brook Views Development

The luxury caravans we have available in our Brook Views development make for the ideal Anglesey retreat. Available fully furnished and with a spacious decking area, you can sit back and relax, surrounded by the tranquil woodland location whilst also in the luxurious solace of one of our holiday homes.

Containing all the modern comforts you hope and expect of a luxury caravan, those available in Brook Views make for the perfect home-from-home whenever you fancy escaping to Anglesey. 

Whether you’re looking for something more contemporary or traditional in style, we offer both. There are also two or three bed options available depending on which size fits your needs. 

Take a look at the gallery below to get a better picture of what you can expect from one of our luxury caravans at Lligwy.

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Interested in what we’ve got to offer? Fancy learning more? You can download a brochure here, come and visit us on site here or if you fancy a chat over the phone, request a callback here.

The Oakland’s Leisure Complex

There’s more to offer than just the great location at our Woodland Falls Lligwy holiday park though. Recently we were pleased to unveil Woodland Falls new leisure complex! 

The Oakland’s, at the heart of the site, offers residents a great place to enjoy the company of friends and family with a coffee, tea or even an alcoholic beverage of two if you prefer!

There’s also a games room, gymnasium and fitness studio, giving you plenty of options for activities during each of your breaks.

Click here to learn more about The Oakland’s.

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Lligwy Beach

Just beyond the woodland surrounds of our Lligwy holiday park is the award-winning Lligwy beach!

A short walk will bring you to this stunning location. Learn more about Lligwy beach by clicking here.

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The award-winning Lligwy Beach is just a short walk away.

If you’d like to find out more, you’re able to download a brochure here, come and visit us on site here or if you’d like to chat over the phone, request a callback here


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Spooky season is upon us! Thankfully, there are plenty of events and activities taking place on Anglesey and nearby to let you celebrate in style. If you’re looking for something to do with the children, or want to experience some more hardcore scares, there’s something for everyone in this list.

Pumpkin Picking at Hooton’s Homegrown

A great way to get little ones involved in Halloween is to go pumpkin picking! Lots of farm shops are now offering the chance to pick your own pumpkins in time for Halloween decorating! Hooton’s Homegrown farm shop on Anglesey, already well known for its produce, is a great place to give it a go.

From Silver Bay Holiday Park, Rhoscolyn: 23 miles, 35 mins approx. 

From Woodland Falls Holiday Park, Lligwy: 16 miles, 26 mins approx.

Visit their website here.

Beaumaris Castle Spooky Halloween 

Another great opportunity for families is the Beaumaris Castle Halloween trail. Put on your creepiest costume and head on down to the 13th century castle for a clue based trail leading around the grounds. The castle is certainly more than just a Halloween venue, making it worth the entry fee for a day of exploring this Autumn.

From Silver Bay Holiday Park, Rhoscolyn: 27 miles, 45 mins approx. 

From Woodland Falls Holiday Park, Lligwy: 13 miles, 25 mins approx.

Learn more here.

Zip World Ffear Fforest

A trip inland from Anglesey will bring you to the woodland theme park at Betws-y-Coed, which between 22nd-31st October adds a spooky angle to proceedings. An evening pass gives you access to the transformed Ffear Forest, which includes a ‘Cursed Coaster’ ride, a spooky netted jungle inhabited by clowns, a ‘Screamride’ and more.

From Silver Bay Holiday Park, Rhoscolyn: 45 miles, 1hr, 10mins approx. 

From Woodland Falls Holiday Park, Lligwy: 38 miles, 1 hr approx.

Ticket info here.

Beaumaris Gaol Ghost Hunt

Certainly one not for the faint of heart, this midnight ghost hunt is very much for the Halloween die-hards. The exclusive tour, which must be booked in advance, takes you around Beaumaris Gaol, a Victorian era decommissioned prison on Anglesey. This is a serious spooktacular, complete with Ouija boards, EMF meters and more. If you fancy a daytime visit, the Gaol also operates as a museum. More info here.

From Silver Bay Holiday Park, Rhoscolyn: 27 miles, 45 mins approx. 

From Woodland Falls Holiday Park, Lligwy: 13 miles, 23 mins approx.

Ticket info here.

And don’t forget Bulmer Holiday Parks very own party celebrations, Busy Bayers school holiday activities and the annual pumpkin carving competition.



We’re getting into the festive spirit, with two exciting events coming up at Silver Bay Holiday Park, Rhoscolyn on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th November!

Saturday 26th November – Annual Children’s Christmas Party at The Deck House (Owner’s only event)

Santa Claus is coming to town!

This year’s children’s Christmas party will start at 5pm with a DJ and children’s games, followed by a visit from our VIP guest. All children will receive a gift from Father Christmas and an opportunity to have their photo taken with the man himself. A hot and cold buffet will be served from 5pm-8pm for both adults and children.

This is an owner’s only, ticketed event. Owners can visit the following link to book tickets – http://www.bookwhen.com/bayactivities

Sunday 27th November – Christmas Market 2022

Enjoy a festive frenzy of local artisanal stalls offering lots of wonderful goods, from delicious food and drink to great gifts, perfect ahead of Christmas if you’re on the lookout for gifts for family and friends. There are also lots of activities and family fun to enjoy. 

You’ll be welcomed with mulled wine and mince pie on arrival. Christmas-themed activities for children include face painting, Christmas tattoos and a Christmas photoshoot. The photoshoot is free, you just pay for any photos that you’d like to order.

Booking is not required for the Christmas Market, just turn up on the day and it’s FREE ENTRY.