Beaumaris

The town offers a relaxed, quaint atmosphere, and is good for families. Make sure to bring cool weather clothes over lighter layers. This way you can be comfortable no matter what the temperature. Also, bring a camera because you will want to remember this trip.

History

Beaumaris and its castle was built by the Norman kings of England. King Edward I began construction on this castle in 1295. French builders called the castle beaux marais meaning "beautiful marshes", since the castle was built on a marsh foundation. This is one of the largest fortresses in Wales and the last created by Edward I. However, construction was never completed and only saw a little combat during the 17th century Civil War. Had it been finished it was fixed to be one of the grandest ever built.

Climate

The Gulf Stream makes the UK's winters relatively mild. The best times to head to Beaumaris are in the autumn and spring to avoid the summer crowds. Autumn and spring temperatures range from highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C.

By car

4 miles from Menai Bridge on the A545.

By bus

• Service 50 from Llangefni
• Services 53,56,57,58 from Bangor

• Bicycle- best way to get around town when not on foot
• Foot- most attractions can be walked to from your hotel as the town is relatively small.
• Car- car services can be called for attractions that cannot be reached by the previous two forms of transportation.

• Beaumaris Castle

  phone: +44 1248 810361
  address: Castle St, LL58 8AP
  A 13th-century castle of great interest. One of the castles built by Edward I of England, after he invaded Wales, and part of the Castles of King Edward I. UNESCO World Heritage Site. The castle is beautiful, even though it is unfinished. One can walk across the bridge to gain entry, situated atop a moat of swans. From there one can venture through the finished parts of the walls or explore the eroded cut outs. It's best to go on a sunny day when the light comes through all the little crevese. The middle of the castle is a huge plot of grass where people can sit and children can run around. This is a very kid friendly castle.

• Beaumaris courthouse

  address: Castle Street
  Courthouse from 1614- Courthouse held trials for some of Anglesey's most nefarious criminals. People can learn how the court worked back in 1614 as well as see some of the artifacts a Judge would have used. A cool place for people of all ages to enjoy what would have happened to them if they were a criminal, lawyer, judge, or part of a jury in the 1600s.

• Beaumaris Gaol

  address: Steeple Lane
  Build in 1826 is now a museum.

• St Mary's parish church

  address: Church Street, LL58 8BN
  14th century church with attractive interior and the stone coffin of Princess Joan (d.1237, a daughter of King John of England) in the porch.

Beaumaris offers holidaymakers sightseeing activities, shopping, catching a rugby match on one of the TVs in one of the local pubs, golf at one of the local courses, as well as just take some time to relax. Boat trips are also available.
If you are in the area for Bonfire Night or New Year's Eve, head to the seashore to watch the fantastic firework displays. They draw big crowds, so remember to arrive in plenty of time.

There are plenty of little shops to venture in and out of, most are located on Castle Street or in the Market Square. Stop in one of the bakeries for a quick snack and make a day of it. Just be sure that you do not spend all your money in one place.

• Pretty Things of Beaumaris

  address: The Market Square

• The Wishing Well

  address: Castle St
  Great shop to buy souvenirs or gifts for people back home.

• The Penny FarthingSweets, chocolates and candy shop.

• Tinkers and Belles

• Ye Old Bull's Head Inn

  address: Castle St
  Good quality meals in a contemporary setting. There's a more formal upstairs restaurant as well as the downstairs Brasserie. Bilingual staff and menus.

• The Bulkeley Hotel

  phone: +44 1248 810415
  address: 19 Castle Street, Beaumaris, LL58 8AW
  Built as a Georgian show piece in 1832, the hotel now boasts a garden with a terrace, as well as a fine restaurant, a coffee shop, a bar and a lounge. The Bulkeley Hotel offers stylish rooms. Creative cuisine prepared with local produce is served in the hotel's restaurant.

• Wonderfully Wild

  phone: +44 7837951790
  address: WonderfullyWild, Cichle Farm, Beaumaris
  luxury camping in canvas lodges

• Ye Old Bull's Head InnSee 'eat' section above. This inn also offers excellent accommodation.

• Cleifiog B&BVery nice little Bed and Breakfast. One can see Snowdonia and the B&B is close to the center of town. This place is a bit more expensive but the price is worth it for the accommodations it offers.

• Bold Arms Hotel

  address: Church St
  Offers a beer garden, pub food, and B&B style rooms.

• George & Dragon Hotel

  address: Church St
  The hotel was built in 1410, offers great pub food, and an authentic bar feel.

• The Old Smithy /The Old Stable Southerndown

  phone: +44 1348 837874
  address: The Old Smithy, Llanfaes, Isle of Anglesey, LL58 8LP Wales
  Former village smithy and smiths cottage.

• Bishopsgate House Hotel & Restaurant

  address: 54 Castle Street, Beaumaris LL58 8BB, Wales
  4 miles from Benllech

• Henllys Hall Hotel

  phone: +44 1248 810412
  address: Henllys Lane

• Liverpool Arms Hotel

  phone: +44 1248 810362
  address: Castle St, LL58 8BA

• Up Snowdon - the highest mountain in Wales!
• Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch - a village with the longest place name in an English-speaking country.