Anglesey's Beaumaris Castle

Beaumaris Castle, recognized for its architectural design and beauty, sits in a lovely pastoral setting. Thought by many to be the most technically perfect castle in Britain, it has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Make your way across Anglesey to this stunning castle that was intended to present itself as an impregnable fortress. The partly unfinished castle is almost perfectly symmetrical with two impressive moated walls of defense which, even today, stand as a formidable barrier.

Your guided tour includes a visit to the small chapel, which, with its vaulted ceiling and pointed windows, is one of the highlights of the castle. There is a lot to see during your visit. There are 14 separate major obstacles to prevent attackers from reaching the inside, hundreds of arrow-slits from where archers could fire, and murder holes to defend entrances.

Following your castle tour, a short stroll brings you to a nearby hotel where a refreshment of coffee and cakes await you. Before re-joining your coach for the return to Holyhead, a leisurely walk with your guide gives you the opportunity to see some of the historic buildings and sites of Beaumaris.