Anglesey Revisited

12-02-2010

Royal Residents Prince William & Kate Middleton To Be Wed

 

New York, New York, December 2, 2010 - Jutting off the northwest corner of Wales near the majestic Snowdonia National Park lies the ruggedly beautiful remote Isle of Anglesey, which was little known until its royal residents Prince William and Kate Middleton recently announced their engagement.

 

Separated from mainland Wales by the Menai Strait, Anglesey is a far cry from the bustle of Buckingham Palace. Known as Ynys Mon in Welsh and long associated with the Druids, Anglesey is as tranquil and down-to-earth as a place can be.

 

For those who want a taste of the tranquil Welsh life that Prince William and Kate Middleton enjoy year-round, here are some suggestions for a visit to Anglesey.

 

Anglesey's royal connection dates back to 1295 when King Edward I built his largest and last castle, Beaumaris. Named a UNESCO World Heritage, the imposing Beaumaris Castle is considered the most sophisticated example of medieval military architecture and the ultimate concentric castle. It is a must-see.

 

Enjoy the royal treatment at the award-winning Plas Maenan Country House hotel, owned by James Burt, a former member of the Queen's staff at Buckingham Palace.  http://www.plas-maenan-hotel.co,uk

 

For a great photo op, visit the train station bearing Britain's longest place name: Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch.  Translation: “St. Mary's Church by the white hazel pool, near the fierce whirlpool with the church of St Tysilio by the red cave.”   Do ask a local to pronounce the village’s name. “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” is a breeze by comparison.

 

Foodie or not, a stop at the Anglesey Sea Salt company, Halen Mon, is worth its salt. Do visit the gift shop and bring home some world-class sea salt, used by top chefs like Gordon Ramsay. http://www.seasalt.co.uk

 

Anglesey is a haven for walkers. For the ambitious rambler, there is a 125-mile long coastal path that takes about 12 to 14 days to travel crossing farmland, coastal heath, dunes, salt-marsh, cliffs and woodlands. The circular route starts in Holyhead, but walkers can begin and end at their choosing. 95% of the Path runs through areas of Outstanding Beauty with abundant birdlife - puffins, guillemots, razorbills, terns and cormorants, and marine life including dolphins.

 

Some of the exceptional places to stay in Anglesey Include:

 

Hotels:

Cleifiog Uchaf a 16th century Anglesey longhouse, turned into a country house hotel in 2008, is now renowned for its restaurant as well as its superior hospitality. (www.cleifioguchaf.com).

 

Ye Olde Bulls Head in Beaumaris has been welcoming guests since the 15th century -including Charles Dickens and Samuel Johnson.  In the English Civil War it was commandeered by one of Cromwell's generals, now it’s the haunt of food lovers. (www.bullsheadinn.co.uk),   

 

Neuadd Llwydd began life as a Victorian rectory before becoming a country hotel with excellent food. (www.neuaddlywd.co.uk).

 

The Townhouse is a stylish boutique hotel under same ownership as the Bulls Head. www.townhousewales.co.uk .

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