Islands · North Wales
Carreg yr Halen
In or near Llanfairpwllgwyngyll.
Carreg yr Halen — island in the Menai Strait, north-west Wales, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 4 h–12 h
- Nearest railway station
- Bangor · 2.2 km
- Paid entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Carreg yr Halen is a island in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "island in the Menai Strait, north-west Wales, UK". Coordinates: 53.2210°, -4.1686°.
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Official information
Carreg yr Halen is a community project celebrating the iconic Menai Suspension Bridge and Britannia Bridge in Anglesey, North Wales. Visitors can explore exhibits featuring artefacts, drawings, and films, as well as participate in guided walks and educational activities related to the bridges and their history.
Place summary
Carreg yr Halen is an island located in North Wales, within the parish of Menai Bridge. It is known for its distinctive geological features and is part of the wider coastal landscape. The island's unique characteristics contribute to the natural heritage of the area.
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- Coordinates
- 53.2210, -4.1686
- District
- Isle of Anglesey
- Parish
- Menai Bridge
- Postcode
- LL59 5HD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Ynys Môn
- Phone
- 01248 715046
- Nearest railway station
- Bangor — 2.2 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q56302780 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Carreg yr Halen (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Carreg yr Halen at low water with Pont y Borth in the background - geograph.org.uk - 1351072.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Memorials & monuments · 0.3 km
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Historic bridges · 0.3 km
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Historic bridges · 0.3 km
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Historic bridges · 0.3 km
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Historic bridges · 0.3 km
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Flagship📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Carreg yr Halen?
- Carreg yr Halen is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LL59 5HD), in the parish of Menai Bridge.
- What is Carreg yr Halen?
- Carreg yr Halen — island in the Menai Strait, north-west Wales, UK.
- How do I get to Carreg yr Halen?
- The nearest railway station is Bangor, about 2.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode LL59 5HD.
- Is Carreg yr Halen free to visit?
- Yes, Carreg yr Halen is free to enter.
- How do I get to Carreg yr Halen?
- The nearest railway station is Bangor, about 2.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LL59 5HD.