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Porth y Post

Beach

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Coastal, Cliffs

Walking, Picnicking

Spring to Autumn

Eirian Evans / CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Porth y Post is a small rocky cove on Holy Island, off Anglesey, just north of Trearddur Bay and reached from the coast road or the Wales Coast Path. It is a quiet, minor cove rather than a serviced beach, rocky with a small patch of sand showing at low tide, backed by low cliffs. There are no facil...

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Parking nearby

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Food Spots nearby

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Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

6 day, 4 overnight

Tan Y Cytiau Glamping Pods

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Porth y Post?
Anglesey's western coastline conceals this quiet coastal indentation just outside a popular resort village. Holidaymakers usually stumble across the cove while exploring the minor roads running close to the sea edge.

What type of place is Porth y Post?
Porth y Post is a rocky and sandy beach on Holy Island in North Wales.

When is the best time to visit Porth y Post?
Spring through to autumn brings the most reliable coastal conditions for sitting on the shore. Low spring tides offer the best opportunity if you want to walk across the softest sand.

What can you do at Porth y Post?
Scrambling around the exposed rockpools reveals plenty of miniature marine life like tiny shore crabs and anemones. Many people also enjoy finding a sheltered nook among the boulders to watch for grey seals bobbing in the surf.

How long should I spend at Porth y Post?
Spending a couple of hours allows ample time to explore the rocky shelves and relax away from the crowds. A longer stay suits anyone packing a hot flask and a proper windproof jacket to brave the Atlantic weather.

Where do I park at Porth y Post?
Space for ten vehicles exists close to the access path, providing six day and four overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Porth y Post?
There are no food spots recorded immediately near Porth y Post, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

Where can I stay near Porth y Post?
Tan Y Cytiau Glamping Pods offers an option in the area, providing a single place to book. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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