Visiting Telford House? Plan your trip…
When you visit Telford House, we strongly advice you to plan your stay as far in advance as possible. With a Michelin Starred restaurant, as well as the fastest Zip Line in the world, it is understandable that many of Anglesey’s best spots get booked up in advance. We have put together a list of our personal favourites which we would recommend for your visit.
Restaurants
Dylan’s Restaurant
St George’s Road, Menai Bridge. LL59 5EY. ———- 01248 716714 ———- https://dylansrestaurant.co.uk/
Dylan’s Restaurant offers modern waterfront dining with pizza and seafood specials such as Welsh mussels with cream and cider. Dylan’s is an extremely popular restaurant amongst locals and guests we have had stay at Telford House. If you are a lover of seafood, you won’t go far wrong with a visit to Dylan’s.
Sosban and the Old Butchers Restaurant
Trinity House, 1 High Street, Menai Bridge. LL59 5EE. ———- 01248 208131 ———- https://sosbanandtheoldbutchers.com/
Stephen Stevens is the head chef at Sosban and the Old Butchers, which proudly boasts one of just seven restaurants across Wales to have earned a Michelin Star.
This cosy restaurant is located within an old butcher’s shop, just a 15 minute walk from Telford House. Take a walk across the Menai Bridge and take in some spectacular views on your walk to this luxury restaurant.
Sosban and the Old Butchers is an extremely popular restaurant, and will require a call at the soonest time possible in order to secure a table for you and your guests.
Freckled Angel
49 High St, Menai Bridge LL59 5EF. ———- 01248 209952
Elevated British small plates are the focus of this hip hot spot with an intimate atmosphere. If you would like to experience beautiful décor, great ambiance, and delicious food, the Freckled Angel could be the fit for you.
Activities to take part in
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Snowdownia National Park
For guests who are looking to challenge themselves, you have the opportunity to take on Snowdonia during your stay at Telford House. We expect a drive of around 35 minutes to get you to the foot of Snowdonia from Telford House. With seven different walking paths, there are paths to suit your needs, all with breath-taking views.
Should you wish to take in the views at as much of a leisurely pace as possible, we would recommend the Llanberis Path. It is generally regarded as the most straightforward route up Snowdon, mainly as the gradient is steady all the way up. If you are seeking more of a challenge, we would recommend The Watkin Path. For this path, the final stages of the route provide a real scramble and should not be taken lightly.
We would recommend taking plenty of water, sufficient walking boots and some food to fuel your energy. Make sure to get a group picture at the top!
Zip World – The Fastest Zip Line in the World!
Just a 15-minute drive from Telford House, there is an activity for the thrill seekers amongst your travelling party. Located in the town of Bethesda, you will find the fastest zip line in the world. Fans of The Apprentice may recognise this from the latest season, where one team aimed to impress their corporate guests with clients travelling at speeds of up to 70mph across the quarry. For those who might be slightly frightened of heights, there are plenty of other adventures to take part in, including a Quarry tour, as well as getting involved in the UK’s only mountain cart experience.
Please visit https://www.zipworld.co.uk/ for further information.
Conway Daytrip
A daytrip to Conwy is a personal favourite of ours, and something we don’t think you will regret. Conwy is around a 25- minute drive, where you can take in some lovely coastal walks, perfect if you’re bringing your dog! You can get also get the train for just £7.00 return, with the last train back departing at around 22:00 most evenings. While in Conwy, we would highly recommend dining at M&J Bistro, which serves luxury food at a reasonable price. A personal favourite would be the Fish & Chips. It isn’t the largest of venues and can get quite busy, so we would recommend booking ahead if possible.
Henllys Golf Club
Henllys Golf Club – https://www.henllysgolfclub.co.uk/ 01248 811717
Harry’s Bistro – http://www.harrysbistro.com/ 01248 812976
If you are a keen golfer, there are plenty of golf courses near by with some breath-taking views. We would recommend the Henllys Golf Club, which presents some extremely challenging holes, with some breath-taking views to focus on if any of the holes prove to be too challenging… The club shop also offers some excellent food & beverages to enjoy before or after your round.
If you are looking for more of a sit down meal, we would recommend visiting Harry’s Bistro, which can be found just a short walk from the club shop.
Beaches
There are many local beaches for guests to visit. Llandwyn Beach in Newborough is particularly popular with miles of golden sand. Nearby, there are excellent footpaths through the Newborough Forest. For those more adventurous, Rhosneigr Beach is famous for kite surfers and paddle boarders, not to mention great views of RAF planes landing & taking off from RAF Valley. A short walk from Rhosneigr Beach is a beach called Traeth Llydan which usually offers more space for beach games & picnics.
Anglesey Sea Zoo
Anglesey Sea Zoo, Brynsiencyn, LL61 6TQ. ———- Telephone: 01248 430411 ———- Website: www.angleseyseazoo.co.uk
This is Wales’s largest marine aquarium and is a fun day out for all the family to visit. It’s also a great place to find out what’s in the sea around Anglesey and what you may find in rock pools in the bays. There’s also an adventure playground as well as the “Lighthouse Bistro.”
Plas Newydd
Llanfairpwll, LL61 6DQ. ———- Telephone: 01248 714795 ———- www.nationaltrust.org.uk/plas-newydd
Plas Newydd is set on the shores of the Menai Straits with breath-taking views of the local scenery. There is an interesting museum with artefacts connected with the 1st Marquis, who commanded the cavalry at Waterloo. The interior of the house has amazing murals by Rex Whistler. There is a beautiful garden, lovely grounds to explore and a cafe serving homemade lunch or tea.
Oriel Ynys Mon
Rhosmeirch, Llangefni, LL77 7TQ. ———- Telephone: 01248 724444
Oriel Ynys Môn is a purpose built art gallery and museum which showcases works from local and national collections and also offers a fascinating insight into Anglesey’s history. There is a varied programme of events throughout the year – please check the website for information.
Beaumaris Castle
Castle street, Beaumaris. LL58 8AP. ———- Telephone: 01248 810361
Beaumaris Castle was built as part of Edward I’s campaign to conquer North Wales after 1282. Plans were probably first made to construct the castle in 1284, however this was delayed due to lack of funds and work only began in 1295 following the Madog ap Llywelyn uprising. The town of Beaumaris also boasts many good restaurants, cafes and craft shops, making it the perfect destination for a relaxing getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city.
