A UK beach, described by tourists as the “stuff of dreams”, boasts wild ponies grazing on sand dunes and breathtaking sea views.
Amid tall Corsican pines and playful red squirrels, with a view of the glistening ocean beyond, you could easily mistake this picturesque spot for America’s desirable west coast.
As you wander through trees, a stunning sandy beach reveals itself, framed by the majestic peaks of Eryri at the backdrop, ready to leave you spellbound.
Entering this Welsh paradise is like stepping into a natural wonderland. Whether it be ospreys swooping down to secure their fresh catch or wild ponies leisurely wandering through extensive dunes, the welcome to Newborough Forest and its pet-friendly Traeth Llanddwyn beach is truly special.
But the crowning glory of this enchanting location is Ynys Llanddwyn – an irresistible beauty spot that turns any amateur photographer into an artist.
No wonder one recent tourist recently dubbed this place the “stuff of dreams,” reported North Wales Live.
From the woodland mystic to beachfront grandeur, and invigorating walk among the sand dunes, Newborough never fails to impress.
“What a wonderful place!” eagerly declared an Essex family on holiday. “Pine trees, nature reserve, dunes and a beautiful sandy, shallow beach.”
The praises continue to pour in from an autumn visitor Charlotte from Herefordshire: “The beach is gorgeous and the water is clear. Probably one of the best beaches in the UK, and the forest was lovely too.”
Apart from the forest, the expanse of landscape making up the national nature reserve is guarded by Natural Resources Wales. The woodland offers an array of walking trails and well-marked paths, including two bike lanes and a fitness-orientated trim trail.
Frequent sightings of red squirrels can be often enjoyed at Llyn Parc Mawr, while bird watchers will be delighted with the regular osprey appearances over the Cefni estuary. The breathtaking vistas and abundant wildflowers at the sandbanks are simply too good to pass up.
The forest and nature reserve feature seven car parks in total, strategically positioned some distance from the coastline.
Naturally, many beach-goers gravitate towards the car parks nearest to the coast, resulting in potential overcrowding issues.
To avoid such situations, arriving early and avoiding exit queues later in the day is a wise course of action.
One visitor offered their rave review on Tripadvisor: “The facilities are excellent with plenty of parking, clean toilets, and outside shower,” further suggesting others to: “Spend the day here, take a picnic, relax, paddle, swim and explore. Fantastic for all the family.”
Interestingly, out of the seven car parks only three require payment, while the remaining four offer complimentary parking.
Automatic Number Plate Recognition technology is installed to oversee vehicle movements, and visitors are free to settle any required fees via cash or card as they leave (£2 for two hours and 40p for every extra 20 minutes, with no more than £7 charged per day).
A wheelchair-accessible boardwalk, starting from the beach car park and extending 53 metres to a viewing platform over the sand dunes, is sometimes covered in sand, particularly after bad weather.
Natural Resources Wales has launched the “Newborough People Plan” to address the issue of shifting sands, appealing to both locals and tourists for their help.
“We know how popular the site is with residents and visitors, and people are just as important as nature and woodland at Newborough,” they stated.
“Understanding how they use the site is a significant part of knowing how to manage this dynamic and changing place in the face of the nature and climate emergencies.”
