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in the county of Isle of Anglesey

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About Penmon

Penmon is a typical Anglesey village with great views towards Llandudno and Snowdonia. It is best known for the romantic ruins of Penmon Priory and Dovecot which date from around the 13th century.

Out at sea is the well known seabird sanctuary Puffin Island, this has 12 species of seabirds and a colony of seals. It also has the visible remains of a Norman church. Very little is known about the island's history save for the fact that it is believed to have been the home of a hermit in the year 540.

Watching over the waters between Penmon and Puffin Island is the lighthouse built following the tragic loss of the steamship Rothesay Castle in 1831 when passengers and crew lost their lives. The lighthouse, built upon the stony pebbles of the beach is singularly atmospheric, capturing the imagination of everyone, particularly when lit against the night-time sky.

From nearby Beaumaris there are pleasure boat cruises round Puffin Island and the Menai Straits. This is one of the best ways to appreciate the stunning shoreline scenery and the panorama of the island.

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	The Bulkeley Hotel 19 Castle Street, Beaumaris, Anglesey, Wales (3.2 miles, 5.1 km, direction SW) The Bulkeley Hotel is yards from the beach and pier alongside the Menai Straits. It enjoys stunning views across the water to the mountains of Snowdonia. Built as a Georgian show piece in 1832, the... More info and book online.. Price from £72.00
	Bishopsgate House Hotel 54 Castle Street, Beaumaris, Anglesey, Anglesey (3.3 miles, 5.3 km, direction SW) With only 9 bedrooms this Georgian town house can offer an attentive, yet unobtrusive service, combining modern amenities with elegant antiquity. Antique furniture, glass and china collections ador... More info and book online.. Price from £55.00
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	The Sandringham Hotel West Parade, Llandudno Conwy, Conwy, Wales (9.1 miles, 14.6 km, direction E) Relax in the comfortable surroundings of The Sandringham Hotel, whilst our friendly and helpfull staff do their utmost to ensure your stay is enjoyable. The hotel is situated on the seafront in the ce... More info and book online.. Price from £40.00
	Penn-Sarne Holiday Flats 5 York Road, Llandudno, Conwy, Wales (9.4 miles, 15.2 km, direction E) Penn-Sarne Holiday Flats are conveniently situated in a quiet residential area in Llandudno, North Wales. Penn-Sarne Holiday Flats are conveniently situated in a quiet residential area in Llandudno,... More info and book online.. Price from £35.00

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Nearby travel help

Llanfairfechan Station	(4.8 miles, 7.7 km, direction SE)
Penmaenmawr Station	(6.3 miles, 10.2 km, direction SE)
M53 Junction 2	(40.8 miles, 65.6 km, direction E)
M53 Junction 3	(41.2 miles, 66.3 km, direction E)
Liverpool John Lennon Airport	(50.0 miles, 80.5 km, direction E)
Blackpool Airport	(53.3 miles, 85.8 km, direction NE)
Penmon to London	(207.6 miles, 334.0 km, direction SE)