10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Anglesey That You Shouldn't Miss

Plas Cadnant Hidden Gardens have undergone a spectacular transformation and are being restored to their former glory. First laid out in 1804 in the 'picturesque' style of Humphrey Repton, the famous Victorian landscape designer, the gardens had become derelict by 1996. There are 10 acres of gardens, included a 2 acre Walled Garden, fantastic valley gardens packed with unusual and interesting plants, flowering shrubs and trees; river and waterfalls. Home made cakes are served in the traditional Tea Room. Visitor Centre describing the history and restoration of the gardens. In 2017 open 12noon-5pm on Weds/Thurs/Suns in April; Tues/Weds/Thurs/Suns May-Sep; Weds/Thurs/Suns in October. Pre-booked private group tours by appointment.

Advance booking required. A World Heritage Site, Beaumaris Castle has a perfect concentric design, is surrounded by a water moat, and has stunning views over the Menai straits and Snowdonia mountain range. The displayed opening times are our general pattern. Please check the Cadw website for specific times and days, including closures.

South Stack Lighthouse and Visitor Centre, operated under licence from Trinity House. Tickets available on the island ONLY at Present. Cash only as no signal for wifi for card machines. Summer opening times: Friday 1300-1600hrs, Sat to Thu 1000-1600hrs weather permitting. Winter opening times: Open Tue to Sun 1000-1500hrs weather permitting.

**Planned Disruption** JUNE 2019 major building work is now taking place at the Visitor Centre. Please email or call for more information. Overlooking the Irish Sea RSPB South Stack Cliffs is a heathland paradise waiting to be explored. Wind your way along the dramatic trails and take in the expansive views across Anglesey. There are great views of South Stack Lighthouse from Ellin's Tower. In spring and summer, marvel at the spectacular wildflower carpet covering the clifftops and seek out the rare spathulate fleawort, which grows nowhere else on earth! Carefully and quietly explore the edges of the heather and you might see lizards or even an adder. Visit Ellin's Tower for great views of the seabird city in spring and its puffins, guillemots and razorbills. Try to spot porpoise, dolphins and seals out to sea.

Foel Farm Park offers a great family visit to experience the sights, sounds and smells of a real working farm. We invite all visitors to meet, touch and feed the animals. The visit offers good value for money with generous discounts for family groups. *PAY ONCE AT ENTRY AND ALL RIDES ARE FREE* We are open from February half term to the end of October half term every year. The whole family can take a tractor & trailor tour of the farm and for the more adventurous we offer a thrilling mini trailer ride pulled behind the quad bike - there are pony rides for smaller children (weekends and school holidays). Small bags of feed are on sale for all to enjoy contact with our farmyard friends. In spring and early summer you can have a go at bottle feeding some lambs and calves. As a Member of National Association for Farms for Schools, we host School trips, and offer a great place for children's parties. All in all, Foel Farm Park is a great day out whatever your age! Children's Parties - Foel Park Farm is a great place for children's parties such as birthday parties. Please contact us for information on holding a children's party at Foel Farm. School trips - Visiting a farm can be an exciting and enjoyable way to learn and find out where your food comes from. Foel farm welcomes school visits and brings alive the rural world for children and teachers. We offer hands on experience of a working farm the students will remember. Foel Farm meets the high standards of safety, hygiene and facilities necessary to ensure teachers & pupils have a safe, enjoyable and educationally worthwhile visit. Please contact us for information about a school visit.