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Description
Situated on the north coast of Anglesey, with its elliptical shingle ridge, Cemlyn is an interesting site to visit. On islands at the western end of the lagoon, there is an important tern colony. Cemlyn Bay is best in spring and early summer for (Κοινή) Γερακίνα, Βραχοκιρκίνεζο, Πετρίτης, Ψαλιδιάρης, Χιονογλάρονο, Ποταμογλάρονο, Χειμωνογλάρονο, (Ευρωπαϊκός) Στρειδοφάγος, Αμμοσφυριχτής and Βαρβάρα. Roseate Tern is possible in small numbers. Also wading birds, ducks, gull species, Λιβαδοκελάδα, Σταχτοπετρόκλης, grey seal and rare migrants.
Details
Access
Cemlyn is on the north coast of Anglesey, to the west of Wylfa Nuclear Power Station. Turn off the A5025 at Tregele. Parking available either side of the shingle spit and lagoon. Click on a P in the map to get directions to that P. OS Map Ref SH337932, OS Explorer Map 262.
Terrain and Habitat
Plain , Wetland , Lake , Beach , Dunes , Sea , Grassland , Scattered trees and bushes , AgricultureConditions
Flat , Rocky , Hilly , High water possibleCircular trail
NoIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
All year roundBest time to visit
SpringRoute
Narrow trailDifficulty walking trail
StrenuousAccessible by
FootBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
There are no toilets or other facilities here. Although there is good access via narrow metal roads leading to parking, it is off the beaten track. Take a packed lunch and wear sturdy shoes for the walk along the shingle bank. Waterproofs are also advisable as even in dry weather it can be windy. In spring the tern colonies are roped off by the North Wales Wildlife Trust, who monitor them. Often migrants shelter here , in 2021 a long staying elegant tern was present for several weeks. The walk along the various headlands however, is much easier giving excellent views across the bay, good for seal watching. The grassy headland is also good for butterflies , flora and insects.