The North Wales coastal path named best in the UK with hidden gems along the way

With summer around the corner, it’s the best time of year to explore the incredible coastline we have right here in the UK. Only a few hours drive away from Greater Manchester, North Wales is known for its stunning coastline where you’ll find historic castles, sandy coves and even a village that could rival an Italian resort.

It’s also home to one of the best coastal walks in the UK. A stretch of the Anglesey Coastal Path has been recommended by Go Outdoors for Brits looking to head to the coast this summer.

The Isle of Anglesey boasts a 130-mile coastal path, which takes on average 12 days to complete. The route is handily divided up into manageable sections, and Go Outdoors selected the section from Holyhead to Trearddur Bay to feature on its list.

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They said: “Our favourite is the route from Holyhead to Trearddur Bay, arguably the prettiest section of the coastal path. This walk will take you up Holyhead mountain and leading to the fantastic photo opportunity that is South Stack Lighthouse. With areas of the walk owned by the RSPB, it’s a great walk for bird watchers or wildlife fans.”

At just under nine miles long, the walk is considered moderate so it’s ideal to incorporate if you’re enjoying a holiday in North Wales. As well as gorgeous coastal scenery, there are lots of things to look out for on the way.

South Stack Lighthouse - Goleudy Ynys Lawd - is a must see while on the walk. It’s located on a small island off the coast which is reached by descending down the steep cliff side, with 400 steps to the bottom.

The picturesque lighthouse was built in 1809 and is open to visitors during the spring and summer, although it can