Red Wharf Bay

Bay Pentraeth, Wales, United Kingdom

What to expect

Red Wharf Bay, also known as Traeth Coch, is a large bay on the east coast of Anglesey, Wales. The bay lies between the villages of Pentraeth and Benllech and is a designated nature reserve, attracting an abundance of birdlife, including waders and waterfowl such as purple sandpipers, curlew, shelduck, and dunlin. The bay is bordered by salt marshes and sand dunes, which form a habitat for several interesting plant species, including the pyramidal orchid. The village of Red Wharf Bay has three restaurants with great views over the bay, and the area is suitable for sailing and walking. The bay is also home to a variety of wildlife, including red squirrels, otters, and various species of birds. The nearby Pentraeth Forest offers a vantage point to admire the bay and is a great place for families to explore, with its scenic views and wildlife

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This family's experience:

Activities: We walked along the beach and explored the limestone cliffs and sandstone pillars

Highlights: The kids loved playing on the beach and jumping from pillar to pillar, and we all enjoyed the beautiful scenery ✨