Holyhead is located on the north eastern side of Holy Island on the shores of the Irish Sea near its junction with St George’s Channel and is separated from Anglesey by a narrow strait. Holyhead appears to have been used as a port by the Romans who traded a great deal with the Ireland during the time of Agricola. From an early stage in its history then Holyhead was a port and in 1848 the Holyhead railway was opened and this further contributed to the success of the town as goods could be exported and imported from the UK to Ireland and beyond through the port facilities. Today Holyhead Harbour covers 260 hectares with a breakwater some 1.5 miles long that was originally constructed in the 19th century. Holyhead has one of the largest deep water sheltered harbours on the west side of the UK and caters for around 8,500 ferry and large shipping movements every year. It is the most important fishing port in North Wales recording annual fish landings worth circa £3m. Holyhead is currently benefiting from a substantial investment programme which will see further improvements to this busy and cosmopolitan area, Holyhead Marina is being increased in size and there are further improvements planned for the town centre with its Victorian market hall. If you’re still feeling energetic then a visit to South Stack Lighthouse will certainly prove exhilarating.
Attraction
Llyn Alaw Visitor Centre
RSPB - Ellin's Tower Seabird Centre
Trearddur Bay
Budget
Travelodge Holyhead *book online*
Classes
Dance - Barton School of Dance
Yoga - Elaine Powell
Dentist
Dental Practice
Dental Surgery
Tara Martin Dental Care
Doctor
Cambria Surgery
Meddygfa Victoria
The Surgery
Estate Agent
Beresford Adams
Bob Parry & Co Ltd
Burnells
Property Shop Ltd
Golf Club
Holiday Park
Performing Arts
Pub and Bar
Britannia InnCambria Inn
Gleesons Public House
Seventy-Nine
Skerries
Restaurant
Cliff Restaurant
Lobster Pot
Neuadd Y Cyfnod
Sukothai Restaurant
Waterfront
School
Anna Baker School of Drama
Holyhead High School
Llanfawr Primary School
Ysgol Y Parc School
Self-Catering
Anglesey Bungalows
Holyhead Lodge
Sunnyside Holiday Cottage
Solicitor
Tudur Owen Roberts Glynne & Co
Taxi
BenjisBills Valley Taxis
Mark
Wendys Taxis
Vet
Shops
Flowers By Arrangement
Boots
Valley Pet & Garden
F B Carr Ltd
R H Gray Morris
Mantas Menswear
Foreman Helen
Rowlands Pharmacy
Activities
Anglesey Charter Fishing(Fishing)
Porth-y-Post Riding Stables(Riding)
Anglesey Shooting & Fishing Ltd(Shooting)
Places to Stay near Holyhead
Wavecrest (0.34 miles)
Ideally located 100 yards from the beach yet just only 3 minutes from the ferry/rail terminal and 2 minutes walk into the town centre for pubs and eating places. All rooms at ... More
Travelodge Holyhead (0.35 miles)
There are loads of reasons our customers choose to stay at Travelodge. Our great value clean and comfortable rooms with en-suite provide everything needed for a good night's sleep and are close to where people ... More | visit website
Holyhead Lodge (0.43 miles)
Witchingham B&B (0.44 miles)
Boathouse Hotel (0.90 miles)
Just 4 minutes from Holyhead's ferry port and with fabulous views overlooking the marina, the Boathouse Hotel offers en suite accommodation, fresh food, a bar and free parking. On the edge of ... More
Blackthorn Farm (1.71 miles)
Blackthorn farm is located in an area of outstanding natural beauty, and most rooms have fantastic views. We are minutes from the ferry terminal in Holyhead for sailings to Ireland. ... More
Trearddur Bay Hotel (2.12 miles)
Sunnyside Holiday Cottage (3.25 miles)
Sunnyside provides excellent accommodation on 2/3 floors for familes and groups wishing to stay in the popular village of Four Mile Bridge, near Trearddur Bay and Rhoscolyn and their sandy ... More
Hotel Cymyran (5.02 miles)
Enjoying spectacular views of the Snowdonia mountain range, this family-run hotel offers a warm welcome on the west coast of Anglesey, just minutes away from the beach. During your stay, the team ... More
Salem Fach (6.98 miles)
Click here to book this cottage with Hoseasons
Commanding panoramic countryside views, this charming and very comfortable cottage is perfectly located for exploring the delightful island of Anglesey, with its beautiful sandy beaches, historic monuments ... More
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