Short breaks and weekend breaks in Anglesey

Making a fabulous holiday base, the stunning island of Anglesey is perfect for visitors looking for a great destination for short cottage breaks. Perched on the north-west coast of Wales, Anglesey has spectacular sea views, rugged landscapes, idyllic beaches and miles of unspoilt countryside to explore. Our Anglesey short breaks include a wide variety of self-catering accommodation, featuring secluded shepherds’ huts ideal for couples seeking a romantic Anglesey cottage, spacious barn conversions perfect for families, and a variety of large country houses and waterside villas ideal for larger groups seeking a short break in Wales. Accessed via the Britannia Bridge or the Menai Suspension Bridge which connects it to North Wales, Anglesey has 125 miles of coastline, with gorgeous sandy beaches including Red Wharf Bay, Newborough Beach and Trearddur Bay which is perfect for surfing.

Guests enjoying short breaks in Anglesey can explore the island with its secret coves and the many footpaths and cycle routes which criss-cross the island. Anglesey is also known for its high-quality local produce, including sea bass, lobster and mussels, which you can try at one of the island’s many restaurants and pubs, or at the popular Menai Bridge farmers’ market. During Anglesey self-catering short breaks you could visit the annual Menai Seafood Festival in August, followed in October by the Anglesey Oyster Festival. You can also visit the National Trust’s Plas Newydd House and Gardens, Beaumaris Castle, the Dingle Nature Reserve, Llanddwyn Island, South Stack Lighthouse, the Copper Kingdom and the Anglesey Sea Zoo which has a wealth of sea-life during Anglesey weekend breaks.