| Holyhead's rich cultural history lies in its origins as a | | | | and visitors to the area. |
| port for ship passengers bound for Dublin, so it's little | | | | Holyhead also has a number of things to see and do |
| surprise that the destination retains strong links with | | | | on the island itself, including a Maritime Museum ideal |
| sea life. Holyhead is nestled in the north west of | | | | for grounded sailing fans and the Breakwater Park |
| Wales in the county of Anglesey. However, the town | | | | where visitors will find the equipment used to build a |
| itself is actually located on Holy Island and connected | | | | marina as well as evidence of forts dating to the Iron |
| to the main body of Anglesey via the Four Mile | | | | Age, stone circles and burial mounds in the |
| Bridge which was constructed in the 19th century. | | | | countryside behind it. |
| There is evidence to suggest that people have been | | | | An option perfect if you're recovering your land legs |
| sailing from Holyhead to Ireland from as long ago as | | | | are the Heritage Trail walks that can be enjoyed on |
| 4,000 years, so the tradition is certainly strong on | | | | Holyhead. These trails take walkers along the coast, |
| the island. While this Welsh town remains small, it | | | | much of which has been declared Areas of Special |
| does boast sailing opportunities that make it popular | | | | Natural Beauty, with many Special Areas of |
| with those hoping to enjoy a sailing holiday in the | | | | Conservation (SAC) and SSSI's. Visitors to the town |
| area and, with a ferry port that handles in excess of | | | | will also find superb cultural offerings at the Ucheldre |
| 2 million passengers a year, visitors are sure to find | | | | Centre. Converted from old convent buildings, this |
| the option to suit no matter what kind of sailing | | | | community centre boasts an art gallery, performance |
| holiday floats their boat. | | | | space and pleasant café. |
| A number of sailing clubs have made Holyhead their | | | | Any visitor taking a ferry from Holyhead will be sad |
| home, meaning that it's a great area to sail with | | | | to leave this charming town behind. But visitors will |
| experienced professionals or simply rent a boat if | | | | always be welcome to return to the history steeped |
| you're already a sailing whizz yourself. Berthing is also | | | | island, and with so many local legends and myths to |
| conveniently offered by Holyhead Marina while the | | | | explore, visitors are sure to want to visit again and |
| Holyhead sailing club continues to expand its fleet of | | | | again. |
| racing and cruising yachts for the enjoyment of locals | | | | |