Beautiful castle in a lovely little village, parking is right next door and cheap. There's a great chippy right close by in the village and some nice shops close too. There's a small gift shop for the castle and they show an educational film about the castle inside the grounds. Plenty of great photo opportunities and a great visit if you have a couple hours to kill.

Visited on Saturday, 06th September 2025, Beaumaris on the island of Anglesey is famous as the greatest castle never built. It was small but had many interesting features. No parking on site, and the nearest parking is on the river/straight front and costs £7 whether you stay for 5 mins or all day. Reasonable entry charge and straight away you're presented with a stunning aspect on the outside of the moat. You then enter the castle through a beautiful drawbridge. Once inside, there are options to walk the ramparts or, in a unique aspect from my experience, an inner walkway. Both walks provide unique perspectives to view the inner and outer castle walls as well as the fighting points available when the castle was operational. No great guidance once inside, but a nice little shop on exit.

It was an interesting place to visit. The castle that was never finished. It should have been the most amazing construction for Edward I but the financial situation did not allow it. The only part of the castle that has windows is the chapel and they are pretty amazing. They are dog friendly but they are only allowed on the ground floor of the castle. The ticket price is acceptable.

I really enjoyed my visit to Beaumaris Castle. Even though it was never fully completed, it’s still an impressive and beautifully designed fortress. The symmetry and scale are striking, and learning about its history—from Edward I’s ambitions to the challenges that halted its construction—made the experience even more interesting. The peaceful surroundings and views added to the charm. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in Anglesey!

A lovely castle ruins. There's a video on loop giving you the story of the castle that was never finished. A really interesting back story about the castle. You're able to explore the castle walls and lovely views of the town and sea. We took my parents and my dad has a mobility scooter and the grounds were really accessible. And a lovely shop on site to get gifts, memorabilia or Welsh themed items. Highly recommend 👌

4/9/25: The castle is of considerable size and with lots of areas and internal passages to explore and with good views to be had across Biwmares and Eryri on the upper levels. Dogs are allowed in on short leads and must stay on the lower levels which send to be standard practice. There are lots of smaller side rooms dotted about and inside the perimeter walls with numerous stair cases that you can amble along which will give a sense of the internal architecture and the accommodation that was available at that time. There is a fair bit of grassed areas between the outer and inner sections of the castle along with occasional seating here and there, so, on a warm sunny day a pleasant picnic could be had.

Perhaps my favourite castle I've visited. There are plenty of areas where you can walk inside the castle to see how the rooms would have been and on one side you get to a chapel room with amazing acoustics. We were lucky there were reenactments going on which gave us insights into different aspects of castle life including Archery, music and horses. Plenty of parking nearby and a small gift shop.

Seacoast Safaris - Puffin Island Boat Trips Review Had a fantastic trip with Seacoast Safaris! Although we didn’t spot any puffins this time (which is always a possibility with wildlife), the experience was still wonderful. The weather was great, and the boat was comfortable and well-kept. The staff were friendly, helpful, and even offered coats to anyone who needed them—a thoughtful touch that made the journey even more enjoyable. Would definitely recommend this trip to anyone looking to explore the area by sea!

I’ve been on the Puffin Island boat tour a few times over the last few years and have enjoyed it every single time! It’s easy to book online, reasonably priced, and always a great experience. The crew are friendly and knowledgeable, pointing out wildlife along the way — from seabirds to seals. Make sure you bring your camera, as there are plenty of photo opportunities! Whatever time of year you go, wrap up warm — it can get chilly out on the water. It’s a fun and memorable activity for all ages, and dogs are welcome on board too, which is a big plus. Highly recommend if you’re visiting the area!

Coming to Beaumaris this has to be on your bucket list. What an amazing experience feel the wind through your hair with this adrenaline fueled adventure. £35 per Adult that is worth every penny. Ben our Top gun Pilot / Skipper was brilliant. Articulate, funny and extremely knowledgeable. Lewis and Aaron is at the top of the pier who arranged our trip so a massive thankyou to them for fitting us on at short notice. As Seacoast Safaris were that busy we couldn't do Puffin Island so we jumped on to the Menai straight tour. Booking on line would be advised to guarantee your tour and time slot as they are really busy. Upon being issued your life vest your guided down to the mooring at the top of the pier where you will meet your pilot / Skipper but before your off there's a indepth safety brief. Upon boarding there's a quick run through on points of contact and storage for belongings. Then your ready as they said on TOP GUN !! DO YOU FEEL NEED !! THE NEED FOR SPEED !! Well you've come to the right place. This tour was exhilarating we thoroughly enjoyed every minute. As you fly down the Menai at speed there's short stops to get your breath back and learn a little about the sights you are passing. From the Menai bridge, Britannia bridge, Bangor pier and the million pound mansions located along shore. One big thankyou to BEN, LEWI and AARON that made our visit so memorable we will definitely be coming back to Seacoast Safaris to do Puffin Island in the near future. This was and amazing experience that will last in your memories for a life time.

Great tour - we really enjoyed ourselves. Nice calm conditions and a very stable vessel meant no sea sickness despite a substantial breakfast! The modern vessel was very clean & tidy with no engine fumes plus strong eco-credentials using biofuels & carbon off-setting which is excellent. We saw lots of interesting wildlife around Puffin Island including seals and the guide was very knowledgeable and engaging, answering all our questions. Travelling under the bridges and along the Menai Straight we got a completely different perspective especially of the immense tidal energy, plus a good look at some interesting waterside properties - take your binoculars! We would highly recommend the Seacoast Safaris full 2hr tour if you’re visiting the Beaumaris area and this is certainly the only type of ‘cruise’ I’d consider going on! 🦭

Brilliant customer service and fantastic local knowledge. The first boat trip we were on didn’t get started due to an engine failure. Our young children were visibly disappointed and the lady running the trip held us aside and managed to find the last few spaces on the next boat, as there was very limited availability to rebook due to the popularity of the trips! (Everybody else, who weren’t quite so fortunate, were asked to return to the kiosk to receive refunds, so no messing around there.) Once on the next boat the trip out to Puffin Island was so much fun. We saw cormorants, shags, lots of different gulls, and the true highlight was a seal and the last puffins of the season. The ladies running the trip were knowledgeable about the island and the local area and shared the importance of the island being a protected location. Would definitely book on again. Thank you Seacoast Safaris!

Brilliant boat trip to Puffin Island - Highly recommended 👍 Booked this boat trip for my Dad's 70th birthday and we all really enjoyed it, unfortunately the Puffins had migrated but we were aware of this before we booked and there were plenty of other birds and a couple of seals. Eleanor curated the trip and her knowledge and experience was first class and she was very helpful and friendly which really added to our enjoyment of the boat trip, Thank you.

Our tour guide was cheery and informative. I definitely learned some new things. The seals were great. I know they can’t control the puffins but it was disappointing to only see one during peak season. Booking and check in friendly and straightforward. The tour was about the right length for me - I got off before the sea sickness set in. Be aware that you will most likely be outdoors so take sun hats or raincoats depending on the weather!

For the price, I would like to be asked how my eggs are cooked and the choice of toast! The quality of the ingredients was good although one hard bacon and one soft Hash brown was lush! But at the best part of 15£ for a breakfast I would expect quality sauce not cheap fruity ones!!

Fantastic sea front cafe in Beaumaris. Food was top notch. Great value and very tasty. Family tried lots of different dishes over few and enjoyed them all. The Fish Pie is highly recommended.

An exceptional cafe! We had a collection of wonderful dishes for breakfast that day. We started with a variety of fried, scrambled as well as pushed eggs, which were served with bunch of various delicious sides such as beans, baby tomato and Spinach, that all in all enriches the meal and valuable, no doubt. Enjoyed their coffee prepared with milk and special tea with a light dessert to conclude the narrative. Absolutely a wonderful atmosphere, which is further enhanced by the splendour of the distinguished and kind staff. Well done!

I had a toasted teacake, which cost £4.50!!, this arrived approx 10 mins before a cup of coffee and my wife had a cup of tea. Total cost £12.50!! During the 20 minutes we sat in the cafe, we witnessed over 10 people asking where their food / drinks were, requesting some level of basic service or complaining. This business is very poorly managed and offers extortionately expensive mediocre products combined with a very poor level of service. Avoid at all costs and maybe they will revisit their opportunistic profiteering practices and treat customers with less complacency and a little more respect.

Really nice place but let down by the food. It came out quickly, but too quickly - the chowder had obviously been sitting waiting under a hot lamp. There was a skin on it and when I opened the butter pack for the bread it was just liquid and went everywhere. The chowder was bland and had no prawns

The last time I visited Anglesey and The Pier Hotel was 2019. The gorgeous Welsh Rarebit was then £6. Still pricey but worth it. This time, it was basically a melted bit of cheese on dry focaccia and cost £12.50. As I had ordered this for myself and my Dad, plus 2 lattes, I ended up with a bill for £34!!!!!! Vastly overpriced. Constant warnings to mind the seagulls didn't nick our food and seats crammed too close together. I heard customers on the seats at the front, complain chairs were too low for comfort and one left without ordering. Sadly, I would not recommend this venue.

A great spot for watching the bay over Beaumaris - right by the Ferris Wheel and has great views even on a rainy day. Service was quickly and friendly. I had a nice big portion of chips and kids had fish and chips and a huge slice of cake. Great experience.

The jail is worth going to. The lady on the reception knowledgeable, friendly and chatty, the gentleman that gives a talk before you make your way around is very knowledgeable and helpful. Genuinely a very nice gentleman and interesting too. You'll see when you go. The courts are okay. Doesn't take too long to walk around. Obviously longer if you read everything. Definitely worth paying for a duo ticket. But be aware there are some steep steps

Great place to visit with the family in Beaumaris. It's very original and interesting to learn some of the local history. Staff are very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed our visit. You can buy a joint ticket which includes the court house opposite the castle.

Really interesting place. Great information plaques giving the history of the gaol, the police force, and crime and punishment (stealing a sheep: life in prison). Some good exhibits in the cells and governors rooms. We had a really good time.

Visited the Gaol on a showery day to keep us entertained for an hour. The Gaol offered a lot more than we expected with plenty of insight into the prisoners experiences and crimes. Spent longer than we expected we would touring the place and the kids loved in. Popped into the court afterwards for a look at that too. That doesn't take as long to look around but is worth a quick look in if you have the entry as part of the Gaol ticket.

This is a must visit! A place rich with history, and filled with information for all ages. The trail for young children was good. Looking around was very interesting.

Very good morning spent here. The staff are really friendly and the place was decorated for Halloween with the kids allowed in free. The lock master was full of great history and had a really passion for the place and local histiry. Lots of interesting facts and things to see. Some great etymology on the sayings 'screw' and 'money for old rope' I would go and visit yourselves

This was an interesting place; really glad I visited here! There was lots of interesting information - lots of reading so may not be great for kids. The cells felt very stark and imposing. I’m not sure the mannequins added much personally. The staff were really great (and so cheery given the depressing institution itself). The manacles, the doors, the cells were all very stark and very imposing - amazing to think how hard life was 150 yr ago. But then we came to the treadmill (possibly the only one still in-situ) and the door to the gibbet and things got even more shocking. The actual door to the hang-man’ noose that people have walked through to their death - shocking!

Went for a walk and saw this beautiful looking bridge with spectacular views especially on a day with good weather. Will definitely be coming back here when I visit North Wales again. If you’re passing by, highly recommend stopping by and appreciating the views.

A beautiful bridge connecting Anglesey with the Wales mainland. Lots of walks around it base alongside the Menai Straits on both sides. Treat yourself to a rib ride under it!

The views from this bridge are gorgeous and it's a brilliant bridge all on its own. Pity about the roadworks (July 2025) as we queued for around 20 minutes. The walk across would be even better. Worth a detour if you are in the area.

My favourite bridge, built bt Thomas Telford. I love the bottle green colour of the sea here and the whirlpools when the tide is high and the sun is out. Looks such a dangerous place to have built such a structure, truly incredible.

A really great experience and impressive historical bridge.well worth a visit if you are travelling nearby. Do spend some time viewing it and a path leads to the bottom where you get some great views and get to appreciate the engineering of this bridge.

Historic and well maintained, great to warlk over and its free. Get great pictures.

Lovely area to go walking along the Menai strait and under the bridge. Follow the coastal path to church island. Great view point between both bridges. Great selection of shops and places to eat close by.

Fantastic food, good portion size, piping hot and very tasty. Probably the best fish and chips i have ever had. We ate in and everywhere was clean and tidy. The staff were extremely friendly and service was quick. We ordered 2 adults fish and chips, 1 kids fish and chips, 2 pots of curry sauce, fruit shoot, can of beer and a latte. Total cost £47 which in my opinion is fair price for fish and chips at the seaside.

When I first walked in here I thought the fish and chips where going to be amazing with the resrestaurant being so clean. How the food let this place down the chips where over cooked and the fish was okay, but not worth the money. The sausages where the best we ordered. All in all we will not be coming to this over price chippy again.

Husband and I on holiday. Husband ordered and collected so I don't know price, but the best battered fish in a long while. Fish was moist and fell apart. Batter was crisp and crunchy all over. Not a hint of soggyness. Chips were lovely. Excellent birthday supper

Absolutely delicious. We had two portions of cod and chips and everything was perfectly cooked - chips were excellent and fish could not have been cooked better. Lovely atmosphere with families eating with children and staff naturally friendly. My first review of the Neptune despite many previous visits. Don't understand some of the reviews the Neptune has received - there is actually another chippy on the same street and anyone that expects fish and chips to be an especially cheap option these days needs a reality check - maybe try reading the prices on the menu board first? Just a thought.

Not eaten at this chippy before, but have to say that they are probably the best chips I've had in a long time. The establishment is clean and decorated nicely and the staff are friendly. The food arrived exactly as ordered and in a timely manner. The food was cooked perfectly and the chips and fish were not greasy or oily and were full of flavour. Shame I don't live closer or I'd be there more often.

Freshly cooked fish and chips. Hot. Nice curry sauce too. Ate in from take away cartons(eco friendly ones). Quite full but not noisy. Staff friendly and cleaned tables as people finished.

These were the nicest fish n'chips I've had in a long while, real chips made from fresh potatoes, fresh cod and the batter was well cooked and crispy and they weren't at all greasy. They're not the cheapest but we'll worth the money, Thank you.

We landed on this by chance, I don’t normally like hotels, just too many bad experiences. If every hotel was like this one, I would happily do more. If you book here, you won’t be disappointed. This is a family run hotel, the owner was around and helpful. The staff wasn’t just helpful, but actually liked their job. Bar staff did a great job, also had a coffee and cake bit. It’s spotless, breakfast was brilliant, staff also again helpful and so friendly at breakfast with lots of choices. Both reception staff, helpful, happy and couldn’t do enough. Room was spotless and had everything you need. Perfect location for everything around, if you have a dog, it’s perfect stay for them too. Thank you so much, for making our stay perfect! We will be back! Lisa, Jay and Betsy the Lab

We have just returned from having spent a wonderful long weekend relaxing at the Bulkeley Hotel. This place oozes character and charm and has to be one of the best ‘dog friendly’ hotels that we have ever stayed at. We stayed is a basic inland room which was more than adequate for our needs, with a large bathroom and lots of storage space. We found all the staff, without exception, helpful and friendly. To top it all off the food was lovely too! We will definitely be coming back!

I spent the penultimate day of my summer holidays here in August 2025. This place is a fantastic place. I hope and plan to return. It would be best to return bringing with me some delectable lady company to enjoy and share this place together. I hope to sample their bedrooms, bar and restaurant again next time. The staff at this hotel are excellent. This place harks back to fabulous historical times, the good old days. Live life in the past as it was meant to be. Fabulous. A new and old favourite. Never been to Beaumaris before - but I would like to come again.

First impressions were promising—a great location and a beautiful building. Unfortunately, things began to unravel the moment we interacted with the staff. Doubts about the hotel’s quality quickly crept in, and by the time we reached our room, any sense of optimism had vanished. The carpet was filthy and ripped, the bathroom had a dented bin lid, there was no toilet brush, and chipped paintwork was just the beginning. Even the lift had incorrectly labelled buttons. At the bar, my girlfriend ordered an Espresso Martini. The barman didn’t know how to make it and, even after being guided by another staff member, still got it wrong. Breakfast service was a mess on both mornings. Guests were waiting over 15 minutes for basic items like tea, coffee, toast, or even fried eggs and bacon. The staff were clearly inexperienced and lacked training—not their fault, but a direct failure of management. I emailed the General Manager twice asking for a response. I received nothing. That silence speaks volumes about his lack of care, passion, or responsibility. But don’t just take my word for it—check in, waste your money, and see for yourself. Maybe now I’ll get a email!

We stayed 29/30 August 25 - will definitely return. Extremely lovely staff in Reception & Restaurant all approachable & so pleasant to talk to. In particular thanks to John undertaking night security who kept checking on me in the early hours when I came down to read a book in the lounge area. So kind. Dinner & breakfast delicious - really enjoyed. Facing the street was a little noisy going to bed but it certainly didn’t stop us have a good sleep as it became very quiet - apart from seagulls of course 🐦 but of course that goes with the sea front location - perfect for wandering.

I have been waiting to take my mom and dad for a while. The hotel didn't’ disappoint. Fabulous service, food superb. Had an inland room which was spotless and comfortable. Only negative was the shower had no power. We are already organising our return trip.

My favourite hotel in Anglesey. Beautiful views with old world charm... we had a 4 poster bed that was so comfy to sleep on. It's right in the middle of the town so you can just step out of the front door and all of Beaumaris is right there... the shops, the cafes and of course the castle. Can't recommend it enough 🥰

Great food, so happy we chose this place. We ordered too much and are happy for it. Defo drop in if you're in the busy and crowded town this place is perfect, a quiet street away.

1st time visiting this restaurant and we will definately be back. The food was delicious and the staff pleasant, friendly and very welcoming. Thank you

I ordered the Tandoori Mix Starter at Sarisa Indian Kitchen, and it was absolutely spot on. Each piece from the juicy kebabs to the grilled paneer was bursting with flavour and cooked to perfection. The smokiness and spice level were just right, showing the chef’s real skill with the tandoor. The dish was beautifully presented too, with a swirl of yoghurt sauce topped with pomegranate seeds and a fresh crunchy salad on the side. It looked like fine dining but still had that rich, authentic Indian taste. You can really tell the chef put care into every detail both in flavour and plating. Friendly staff, clean atmosphere, and proper value for money. Definitely worth visiting if you enjoy well-made, chef-crafted Indian starters with bold flavour and visual appeal.

Lovely food will be coming back here just need to remember the bottle of water on the table you have to pay for if you open it and it's around £5 but good service and friendly 🫶

The cuisine was delicious, specially the shik kebab. It was a great starter. The lamp curry was a blast. Ross malai with ice cream gave an amazing finish.

Excellent indian, both meal and service,we love Butter chicken, we had 1 each with me taking garlic rice,my partner going for special rice, both were top notch. The bowls of chicken and sauce spot on and hot, we had a chapati each, gorgeous, Indian chicken butties.Staff member mentioned they do a spicy version,having that next time. Book it online.

Amerikan here eating in the UK and I must say - Great staff, great environment, clean friendly place, prices are great and very spacious, we had a big family come in and was treated greatly, will be coming back here again and again, A+++

Food was incredibly bland. The fish was okay, chips were pretty decent. We got the platter and the scampi were the best out of the bunch. Overall, it tasted super oily which killed the freshness of the produce. Wouldn’t eat here again

We noticed a sign outside saying gluten-free options so decided to drop in for dinner. We were really impressed with the range of gluten free options for the coeliac in our group. We all ordered fish & chips (gf and regular) which was delicious. It was cooked to order for us so the food was hot and fresh. We felt it was very reasonabley priced too. Very happy we stopped there, great food and great for people with allergies

Great food, perfectly cooked. Unique location. Lovely team. Many thanks for a great lunch experience. Had the haddock, onion rings, calamari & chips of course. Yum!

I've been getting fish and chips here for a few years when I visit Beaumaris. In the past it's always been delicious but this evening I ordered lightly battered Haddock x 2 and Whitebait with chips. The Haddock was very thin, dry and overcooked we binned most of it. Whitebait and chips okay. Will try a different establishment next time we visit Beaumaris

Really nice fresh fish. They do gluten free options aswell.

Pleasant enough but not great. Given so many choices to eat in Beaumaris; I regret this one. If the patrons were to read and respond to the reviews (which I notice they don’t) I would say; Save the loud music for the evening crowd Put rice in the salt to absorb the moisture - none of them worked Thicken up your batter recipe.

Call for lunch really good fish and chips. The staff were lovely. They are excellent honest and lovely 😍 would really recommend 👌.