Things to do in Holyhead
Looking for things to do in Holyhead? We’ve put together some of the best walks, outside spaces and places to eat on the island; keep reading to find out more.
Holyhead Coastal Walks
Anglesey Coastal Path
Passing through farmland, coastal heath, dunes, salt-marsh, foreshore, cliffs and woodland, the Anglesey Coastal Path follows the majority of the island’s coastline. This Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is definitely worth a visit for the walkers out there.
Rhoscolyn Circular Walk
The Rhoscolyn Circular Walk is a pleasant walk for the whole family and part of the route passes right by Silver Bay. Take a walk through history and pay a visit to the church, featuring a 15th century font, St Gwenfaen’s Well and the tower on Ynys Gwylanod.
Places to see in Holyhead
Trearddur Bay
Trearddur Bay’s large, sandy beach attracts all kinds of people, including families, surfers, jet ski enthusiasts and fisherman. The rocky coastline and clear waters also make it a popular spot for diving enthusiasts from across the country.
Drive time from Silver Bay: 12 minutes
Beddmanarch Bay and Penhros Coastal Park
Beddmanarch Bay has far reaching sand and mud floats as well as views across Traeth y Gribin to the western coast of Anglesey. Take a nature walk through the woodland and admire the view over the bay from the many benches and picnic tables.
Drive time from Silver Bay: 16 minutes
Porth Dafarch
Situated between Trearddur Bay and Holyhead, Porth Dafarch is a beautiful sandy cove surrounded by rocky headland, ideal for a peaceful family day out. The cycle friendly beach is popular with scuba divers and sea canoeists as well as those just looking to relax.
Drive time from Silver Bay: 18 minutes
South Stack
Made up of heathland and farmland and set on a set of dramatic cliffs, South Stack is an amazing spot for the keen birdwatcher. In spring you can see guillemots, razorbills and puffins and you may even catch a glimpse of the rare chough.
Drive time from Silver Bay: 27 minutes
Breakwater Country Park
Breakwater Country Park is perfect for a family day out and captures the beauty and history of Anglesey. Discover more about the wildlife and industrial heritage or enjoy the numerous walks available for all different levels.
Drive time from Silver Bay: 27 minutes
North Stack
North Stack offers stunning views of the Anglesey coastline, famous for its bird and marine life and maritime history. For the keen climber, the area offers some of the most adventurous climbing spots in the UK.
Drive time from Silver Bay: 37 minutes
Places to eat in Holyhead
The White Eagle
Enjoy a three course meal, a casual bite or a drink on the terrace, all in the relaxing setting of The White Eagle. The seasonal menu features locally-sourced produce, from award-winning family butchers to oysters freshly harvested from the Menai.
Drive time from Silver Bay: 6 minutes
Rhoscolyn, Anglesey, LL65 2NJ
Opening hours: Open every day, 12 – 11pm
Sea Shanty Cafe
Take some time to relax and refresh after a day at the beach at the Sea Shanty Cafe, located on Trearddur Bay. There’s all sorts of options, from hearty breakfasts and sandwiches to delicious fish and steak dishes, plus an ice cream parlour open until 10pm.
Drive time from Silver Bay: 12 minutes
Lon St Ffraid, Trearddur Bay, LL65 2YR
Opening hours: Open every day, 9am – 10pm
The Black Seal
The Black Seal is a contemporary restaurant and bar located right next to the beach in Trearddur Bay, serving up the best in British cuisine. Just fancy a drink? The Black Seal also has a gin bar, stunning cocktails and an exciting range of craft beers.
Drive time from Silver Bay: 13 minutes
Lon Isallt, Holyhead, Anglesey, LL65 2UP
Opening hours: Open every day, 11am – 11pm
The Seacroft
The Seacroft is a five star pub and restaurant with rooms located in Trearddur Bay. Cosy up next to the roaring open fire and enjoy a warm welcome and superb local food. Relax with a tipple from the bar with its impressive wine list and award-winning cask ales.
Drive time from Silver Bay: 13 minutes
Ravenspoint Road, Trearddur Bay, Anglesey, LL65 2YU
Opening hours: Breakfast – 8 – 11am (Sat & Sun), Food – 12 – 2:30pm & 5 – 9pm (Mon – Thu), 12 – 2:30pm & 5 – 9:30pm (Fri), 12 – 9:30pm (Sat), 12 – 9pm (Sun). Bar open every day, 11am – 11pm
Catch 22 Brasserie
Catch 22 is a contemporary family run restaurant on the Isle of Anglesey. The seasonal menu is centred around locally sourced ingredients to create dishes with international flavours as well as some British home comforts.
Drive time from Silver Bay: 14 minutes
London Road, Valley, Anglesey, LL65 3DP
Opening hours: 10:30am – 2:30pm & 5:30 – 8:30pm (Tue – Fri), 10:30am – 9pm (Sat), 10:30am – 8pm (Sun)
We hope this list has shown you all the amazing things to do in Holyhead. Want to find out more about the local area? Take a look at our map of fun things to do in North Wales
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