Plan your visit
Getting here
53.22086, -4.19675
Best for
5 activitiesHeritage
Strong match
Historic site with public access
Wildlife
Strong match
Ancient woodland
Cycling
Good match
Named cycling route nearby: Lôn Las Cymru (North)
Dog walks
Good match
Dogs allowed with public access
Hiking
Good match
Named hiking route nearby: Isle of Anglesey Coastal Path
Trails nearby
Within roughly 5 km🚶Walking
v5 signed routes nearby · 2 public paths nearby
Signed route nearbyPublic paths
Walking
Isle of Anglesey Coastal PathWalking route200 km▾
Hidden Corners of Plas Newydd, Plas NewyddWalking route1.6 km▾
Enjoy stunning views over the Menai Strait, the Faenol and Snowdonia as you walk around the beautiful grounds of Plas Newydd.
A Gentle Walk at Plas Newydd, Plas NewyddWalking route1.6 km▾
This short stroll around the grounds at Plas Newydd is ideal for all ages. Grown-ups can enjoy the backdrop of Snowdonia and the Menai Strait, whilst there's plenty along the way to keep children happy, including the treehouse and adventure playground.
Wales Coast Path (North Wales) main routeWalking route▾
Glan Faenol Wildlife and Woodland Walk, Glan FaenolWalking route2.4 km▾
A moderate walk where you'll explore varied native woodland and ancient parkland. Enjoy views of the house and gardens at Plas Newydd and the hills of Snowdonia. If you're lucky, you might even catch a glimpse of a seal in the Menai Strait.
🚴Cycling
v73 signed routes nearby
Signed route nearby
Cycling
EuroVelo 2 - Capitals Route - part United Kingdom 1Cycling route▾
Lôn Las Cymru (North)Cycling route▾
Cycle Route 5Cycling route▾
National Cycle Network Route 5Cycling route▾
Lon AddaCycling route▾
Main RouteCycling route1.2 km▾
About this historic site
Marquis of Anglesey Column is an ancient historic site. As an ancient woodland, it has been continuously wooded since at least 1600 AD — a rare and irreplaceable habitat rich in biodiversity and historical character.
Wildlife to spot
Photos
22 photos from nearby open sources
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Photos
22 photos from nearby open sources
Photos
Visiting this spring
Seasonal nature notes and what to look for now
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Visiting this spring
Seasonal nature notes and what to look for now
- 🌸Ancient woodlands are famous for bluebell carpets in April and May — one of Britain's most spectacular wildflower displays
- 🐦Prime nesting season — listen for woodpecker drumming, warbler song and the first cuckoos from April
- 🦌Roe deer are active before the leaf canopy closes in — dawn and dusk are best
🌱 Visiting this spring
- 🌸Ancient woodlands are famous for bluebell carpets in April and May — one of Britain's most spectacular wildflower displays
- 🐦Prime nesting season — listen for woodpecker drumming, warbler song and the first cuckoos from April
- 🦌Roe deer are active before the leaf canopy closes in — dawn and dusk are best
Facilities
Parking
5 nearby · Free · 190m
Good to know
- 🐕Dogs welcome
- 🌿Ancient woodland — rare wildlife habitat
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