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Anglesey is a popular destination when it comes to walking holidays in Wales - and for good reason. The island, which is located off the north-west coast of mainland Wales, is home to some spectacular scenery and many interesting landmarks, buildings and attractions that make a long walk around Anglesey even more fascinating. Anglesey's coastal path measures 201 km long - keen trekkers can navigate the entire route in about 12 days, but there are many smaller walks and trails, including ten circular ones, that less experienced walkers can follow. As you follow the length of the path, you'll come across a diverse range of sights, varying from rock formations, dunes, coves and beaches to conservation areas for marine life and birds and historic attractions like lighthouses, castles and even ancient burial chambers. The official Area of Natural Beauty in Anglesey - the largest in Wales - contains all of this and more. It covers 95 per cent of the coast and one-third of the island in total. If you choose to attempt to walk along the whole Anglesey Coastal Path over the course of a couple of weeks or so, you'll be able to take advantage of facilities such as a wide range of accommodation and transport along the way. You can opt for guided or self-guided walking holidays - the former is perhaps the best option if you want to find out more about the landmarks you will pass and are likely to have lots of questions! However, the latter can also be a great way to explore Anglesey - and you'll be helped along the way by signs that way-mark the coastal path in both directions through a logo featuring the sandwich tern. Some places may have two routes marked, which means that one is an alternative path should the other be restricted by elements like the tide, disallow dogs or be subject to seasonal closures. The starting point of the coastal path is St Cybi's Church in Holyhead, with the route running through a further 20 or so towns and villages. Interestingly, the whole path involves a climb of 13,695 feet - even though the island is largely flat. Just a few of the highlights associated with trekking along the Anglesey Coastal Path include views of Holyhead Mountain, the immense Menai suspension bridge, the sea arches at Rhoscolyn, Carmel Head and Porth Wen, and the South Stack lighthouse and sea cliffs. You might also get the chance to visit one of the numerous churches dotted along the way, as well as the Cemlyn Nature Reserve, Penmon Point and Priory and the famous village of Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch, which has the longest place name in Europe. Another location to note is Dinas Gynfor, which is the most northerly point in Wales and is home to a derelict tower that was built to mark the coronation of Edward VII in 1901 and the ruins of a hill fort dating back to the Iron Age. If you're keen to spot some local wildlife, keep your eyes peeled for peregrine falcons, terns, chough, porpoises and seals. History buffs may want to make sure their walks include visits to the George & Dragon in Beaumaris, where Oliver Cromwell stayed in 1643, and Moelfre, which was the site of the wrecking of the Royal Charter, about which Charles Dickens wrote a diary of events. Other walks in Anglesey include those through Amlwch and Llaneilian, which have some amazing natural scenery and offers routes that range from 5 km to 11.2 km in length - catering for all levels of experience in the process. If you visit Anglesey in the summer, you might want to take part in the Anglesey Walking Festival in June, where you can meet other walkers who love trekking around the area, follow special routes created especially for the event and talk to the experts on Anglesey walking holidays. Whenever you choose to visit Anglesey for a walking holiday, it's likely you'll have an unforgettable time. Not only will you have the chance to stretch your muscles, but you will also be fortunate enough to immerse yourself in the amazing scenery and fascinating history that makes this part of Wales a particularly popular one to visit. If you are looking for UK walking holidays and specifically guided walking holidays in the UK then consider Wales. Head over to Visit Wales for advice and information on holidays in Wales and book guided walking holidays in Wales.
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