Red Wharf Bay (Traeth Coch)
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Vast sands & The Ship Inn
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At low tide, Red Wharf Bay unrolls some ten square miles of rippled sand and reflected sky; at its edge sits The Ship Inn, ready with a pint and a view. It's understated and atmospheric, ideal for long, flat, contemplative walks — but the tide floods in fast across the flats, so keep an eye on it. Follow the coast path round to Benllech for a satisfying round trip. Free parking.
Getting there
Red Wharf Bay (Traeth Coch) is in Anglesey, Anglesey (Ynys Môn). It's roughly 8 min (1.5 miles) from Benllech , and within reach of Beaumaris (18 min) and Menai Bridge (20 min).
The nearest parking: Car park by The Ship Inn / boatyard. Grid reference SH 532 809 — works on any OS map and doesn't need a phone signal.
Good to know
Tide comes in fast across the flats — keep an eye out. Walk to Benllech along the coast path for the round trip.
On the map
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Staying over?
Benllech makes a relaxed base for exploring the area — worth staying over to catch an early start or a golden-hour finish.
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