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Rhoscolyn Borthwen Beach is situated on the southern shore of Holyhead island, on the west coast of Anglesey. The beach is a south-facing, sweeping cove of sand, measuring 250 metres at low tide, which is backed by dunes. At high tide, the beach is mainly shingle. The bay is nestled within the Anglesey Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Holy Island Coast Special Protection Area, and the Glannau Rhoscolyn Site of Special Scientific Interest, highlighting the area's high conservation status.
The beach is characterised by its shallow sloping sands, making it an ideal location for families. In addition to the sandy beach, there are also rock pools and a few small rocky islets along the length of the beach. Basic amenities, including toilets and showers, are available for visitors. Access to the beach is via a narrow lane, with a small car park nearby.
Rhoscolyn Beach is a popular spot for various water activities, including fishing, sailing, and diving. The beach's unique combination of sandy and rocky features makes it an attractive location for those seeking to explore the marine environment.
Rhoscolyn Borthwen Beach is adjacent to the Anglesey Coast Path and the Wales Coast Path.
Sand
| Today |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 79% |
| Max temperature | 15°C |
| feels like | 15°C |
| Wind 22mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 53% |
| Min temperature | 11°C |
| feels like | 11°C |
| Wind 22mph |  |
The tide at Rhoscolyn Borthwen Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 7:13 AM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 12:56 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Toilets
Litter bins
There is parking by the beach.
Dogs are allowed.
Beach cleaned daily
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Excellent water quality
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Traeth Crigyll (2.9 miles)
FUNSPORT Rhosneigr Ltd (3 miles)
Anglesey Coastal Path (4 miles)
Anglesey Outdoors (4.1 miles)
Anglesey Adventures (4.1 miles)
Stena Line Limited - Day Trips (4.7 miles)
St. Cybi Church (5 miles)
Holyhead Empire Cinema (5 miles)
Anglesey Circuit - Trac Mon (5.2 miles)
All distances are approximate
just over a mile east as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road or 2 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road.
around 3 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 9 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 9 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 4 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 10 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 5 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 5 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 6 miles north as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 7 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 16 miles by road.
around 8 miles north as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 9 miles north as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 11 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 23 miles by road.
around 12 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
around 13 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 16 miles by road.
around 13 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
around 15 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 35 miles by road.
around 15 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 26 miles by road.
around 15 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
Location: Rhoscolyn
Location type: Rural
OS Grid: SH273750
Coordinates: 53°14'39"N 4°35'21"W
Mapcode: GBR HN13.W12
What 3 Words: protect.flask.dating
Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.
Country: Wales
Local Authority: Isle of Anglesey
Parish: Rhoscolyn
Nearest postcode: LL65 2NX
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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