Anglesey May 1st 2008

We spent 4 days in Anglesey at the start of May. The weather was great and the view from John Hewitts campsite at Benllech was lovely. We had the whole field to ourselves on the first night, with just the rabbits and a robin for company.

Looking out over Benllech beach - what a view!

Snowdonia in the distance - the view from our pitch

Heading down through the campsite towards the beach

We decided to forego electric to have that wonderful view, I wasn't sure we would cope but we were fine. We used all the facilities in the van and got much more use out of it than we usually do. The fridge ran on gas and we were happy with the radio each night. We have discovered this fantastic DJ on Radio Wales. I wish we could get him at home. He is FAB - If you are ever in Wales listen to his show and you will be guaranteed to split your sides - Chris Needs.


On the Friday we spent the day in Beaumaris. It is a nice little place and we had some lovely fish & chips on the pier.

Over the Menai Straights to Snowdonia - from Beaumaris Pier

We also bought a new picture for our sitting room from a little gallery owned by Janet Bell. We really liked all her work. They are happy little pictures that make you think of Summer. The one we cought is called Beaumaris Boats and features the pier that I was on when I took the above picture of the Menai Straights.

The following day we went to the little village up the coast called Moelfre. It has a small pebble beach, a post office and a pub. Even though it is small it was pretty and the coastal path was a pleasant walk before we had a glass of wine at the pub!

Gordon on the coastal path at Moelfre