Newborough Beach (Traeth Llanddwyn)

Newborough Beach, also known as Traeth Llanddwyn, is one of Anglesey's most spectacular stretches of coast — an enormous expanse of sand backed by the ancient Newborough Forest pine plantation and the rolling dune system of Newborough Warren. At the far end, the rocky promontory of Llanddwyn Island (accessible at lower tides) adds a dramatic focal point, with its ruined lighthouse and connections to the Welsh patron saint of lovers, Dwynwen. The combination of forest, dunes, and seemingly endless sand creates a landscape unlike anywhere else in North Wales.

Dogs are welcome year-round on this outstanding dog friendly beach, and the sheer scale of the sands means there is always room to roam freely. The pine forest provides sheltered walking when conditions on the beach are too exposed, and the dunes between forest and shore offer rich scenting ground full of rabbit trails. Water-loving dogs will find easy access to the shallows, and the walk out to Llanddwyn Island at low tide adds a genuinely memorable dimension to the visit.