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RUINS OF CAPEL LLIGWY NEAR MOLFRE.

Nothing is known of the history of this church, so we do not know to which saint it was dedicated. But its position, on a lonely hillside overlooking Lligwy Bay (and, on a clear day, the Isle of Man) and lying near to Din Lligwy, means that this is an evocative site.

The building, now roofless, was originally built in the 12th century, but the upper parts of the walls were reconstructed in the 14th century. A small chapel, with a crypt underneath, was added in the 16th century.

Map Ref: Latitude 53º 21' 08.40"N - Longitude 4º 15' 23.70"W

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YACHT RACE AT TREARDDUR BAY.

The historical name for Trearddur Bay is Towyn Capel and at the centre of the beach lies an ancient burial ground, which was recently excavated. Nearby, the Trearddur Bay Sailing Club holds its annual Regatta during August. You will see many of the bigger boats that take part in the races moored in the coves on either side of the bay.

The Sailing Club's flagstaff on the rocky outcrop to the south east side of the bay flies the distinctive triangular shaped red flag. Races will usually be around ten in the morning or about two in the afternoon.

Map Ref: Latitude 53º 16' 37.70"N - Longitude 4º 37' 13.50"W

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THE OLD MILL AT PARYS MOUNTAIN.

The copper from the mine at Parys Mountain dominated the world's markets during the 1780s, when the mine was allegedly the largest in the world. It was used to sheath the admiralty's wooden ships of war in order to prevent the growth of seaweed and barnacles and to prevent boring by worms. This increased the speed and manoeuvrability of the vessels, although it is said that Parys Mountain copper was also sold to the French for use by their fleet.

Map Ref: Latitude 53º 23' 14.70"N - Longitude 4º 20' 49.00"W

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VIEW TOWARDS SOUTH STACK LIGHTHOUSE.

South Stack Cliffs RSPB reserve is a nature reserve, run by the RSPB, on Holy Island on the North West coast of Anglesey, Wales. The reserve is on sea cliffs facing the islet of South Stack, and is crossed by the Anglesey Coastal Path.

It is best known for its breeding seabirds, including Puffins, Razorbills, Guillemots, Kittiwakes and Fulmars. Peregrine and Choughs also nest on the cliffs. South Stack is set in a spectacular location to the north-west of Holyhead. The lighthouse acts as a waymark for coastal traffic and a landmark and orientation light for vessels crossing the Irish Sea to and from the ports of Holyhead and Dun Laoghaire.

Map Ref: Latitude 53º 18' 05.30"N - Longitude 4º 41' 21.60"W

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BENLLECH SANDS.

The award winning main beach at Benllech is a long stretch of rich golden sands, backed by cliffs. The name Benllech may have originated from the Welsh words 'pen' and 'llech' meaning 'head' and 'rock' - a reference to the sedimentary wave-cut platforms to the north. Benllech is a prime spot for long seaside walks where you can find unusual beach flowers. There is also a cliff path, from Benllech Isaf to the neighbouring village of Moelfre.

Map Ref: Latitude 53º 19' 14.10"N - Longitude 4º 13' 13.00"W

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MENAI BRIDGE AT DUSK.

The Menai Suspension Bridge, or Pont Grog y Borth in Welsh, is a suspension bridge between the island of Anglesey and the mainland of Wales. Designed by Thomas Telford and completed in 1826, it is one of the first modern suspension bridges in the world. Prior to the bridge's completion in 1826 the island had no fixed connection to the mainland and all movement to and from Anglesey were by ferry (or, with difficulty, on foot at low tide). However, the Act of Union 1800 increased the need for transport to Ireland, and with Holyhead as one of the principal terminals to Dublin it was decided that a bridge was needed.

Map Ref: Latitude 53º 13' 06.20"N - Longitude 4º 09' 52.20"W

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HORSE DRAWN PLOUGHING, RHOSGOCH.

For me the stars of any ploughing match have to be the horses. Today it would be a rare sight to see horses actually working in this capacity outside of such events as these in the UK. Still it is worth remembering that they were still a common sight up to the middle of the twentieth century. The original use for these horses was not so pleasant, they were bred for war. The aim in a ploughing competition is to prove that you can plough the neatest straightest furrow.

Map Ref: Latitude 53º 22' 35.55"N - Longitude 4º 23' 24.60"W

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SUNSET AT PORTH TRECASTELL.

Porth Trecastell is a small southwest-facing bay between Rhosneigr and Aberffraw. .Although it is listed with its Welsh name on the maps, the English name is Cable Bay. This is because it is where telegraph cables that spanned the Irish Sea and Atlantic Ocean came ashore. One thing you must do is walk out on the headland on the right-hand side of the bay and look at Barclodiad y Gawres. This is a burial chamber from around 3000 BC. The chamber is a cross shaped; similar to those found in the Boyne Valley in Ireland with carvings on the rocks inside the chamber.

Map Ref: Latitude 53º 12' 20.00"N - Longitude 4º 29' 59.00"W

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VIEWS TOWARDS SNOWDONIA FROM FOUR MILE BRIDGE.

Four Mile Bridge (Welsh: Pont Rhydbont) is the name given to a bridge and the village surrounding it in Anglesey, Wales. They are so named because they are located around four miles south east of Holyhead, the largest town on the island.

The bridge is one of only two connecting the Anglesey mainland to the smaller Holy Island. It is 120 metres long, carries a 'B' road and crosses over the Cymyran Strait.

Map Ref: Latitude 53º 16' 26.50"N - Longitude 4º 34' 52.50"W

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CRASHING WAVES AT PORTH DAFARCH.

Porth Dafarch is yet another great beach on this island. Nestling below some truly beautiful rugged headland, this is a superb beach for family activities. Due to its position it is reasonably well sheltered from the open sea. You often sea a yacht or two anchoring in the cove and the beach is occasionally visited by canoeists.

As this beach has been awarded the prestigious European Blue Flag , you should be confident of the quality conditions for bathing. And for those of you who like to explore further, why not get your walking boots and join the coastal path.

Map Ref: Latitude 53º 17' 14.50"N - Longitude 4º 39' 01.55"W

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ANCIENT PORT OF AMLWCH.

Until 1768 Amlwch was a tiny fishing port. However, during the Industrial Revolution, Parys Mountain, a great expanse of copper-bearing rock to the south, became the world’s biggest copper mine and Amlwch grew rapidly.Today Amlwch is one of Anglesey’s larger towns and is still an industrial centre, although on a smaller scale. The prettiest part of town is the little harbour of Amlwch Port ('Porth Amlwch' in Welsh), to the northeast, formed by a narrow fissure in the rocky coast.

Map Ref: Latitude 53º 24' 54.60"N - Longitude 4º 19' 58.70"W

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TRAFFIC ON THE ROAD TO HOLYHEAD MOUNTAIN.

Holyhead mountain is the highest hill on Holy Island. It lies about 3 kilometres west of the town of Holyhead, and slopes steeply down to the Irish Sea on two sides. There is a late Roman watchtower, called Caer y Tur (Tower Fortress) on the east side of the hill. Holyhead Mountain also has an Iron Age Circle settlement and the material for the Breakwater at Holyhead Harbour was quarried from the mountain too.

Map Ref: Latitude 53º 17' 34.60"N - Longitude 4º 40' 30.40"W

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