Benllech to Moelfre Coastal Path
4 miles (6.4 km)This walk follows a lovely section of the Anglesey Coast Path from Benllech to Moelfre. The settlements are located on the east of the island, few miles north of the Menai Bridge.
Walk Report October 4th 2026 By Sophie Bennett:
We started our family outing at Benllech Beach, where the children were keen to explore before we set off along the Anglesey Coast Path.... Benllech has a lovely stretch of golden sand, with views across the sea towards the Great Orme and Penmon Point. There are rockpools at either end of the beach, and the ones on the left are particularly good for looking for little crabs. A small stream runs across the sand too, giving the children another interesting spot to investigate. It's worth allowing extra time here rather than treating the beach simply as the starting point for the walk.
There are shops nearby selling beach essentials, and an ice cream or some fresh doughnuts would make a welcome treat before heading off. If you're bringing a dog, check the beach signs and restriction maps before your visit, as some sections are closed to dogs during the summer months. We would make sure we knew which areas were permitted before letting the dog onto the sand. It's also sensible to watch for jellyfish washed up on the beach and in the shallows, particularly if the children are paddling or exploring the water's edge.
From Benllech, we followed the waymarked coastal path north towards Traeth Bychan. The route is around four miles in total, making it a manageable distance for a family walk, although beach stops can easily add to the time. The coast provides lovely views along the way, and it's enjoyable to see the shoreline from above after spending time down on the sand. I'd recommend suitable walking shoes and keeping younger children close on narrower or uneven sections of the path.
Traeth Bychan is a smaller, sheltered beach and makes a good place to pause along the way. It offers a change of scene from the wider sands at Benllech, and it's worth taking a little time to look around before continuing towards Moelfre. As with any beach stop, the amount of sand available changes with the tide, so it's worth checking conditions if you plan to spend time by the water.
Continuing along the coast, we made our way towards Moelfre, the village where the walk finishes. The coastal scenery makes this stretch a rewarding part of the outing, though I'd take extra care with children and a dog wherever the path becomes narrow or uneven. Following the waymarkers and taking your time is preferable to rushing through the walk, especially when there is so much to look at along the shoreline.
Moelfre has a pretty harbour, cottages and a small beach, making it a pleasant place to finish and find somewhere for refreshments. If you have time and energy left, head a little further north to Lligwy Bay, where you'll find a larger sandy beach. The surrounding area also has archaeological interest, including scheduled Iron Age hut groups, so there is more to discover beyond the beaches and harbour.
For a family day out, the combination of Benllech's rockpools, the coastal walk, a stop at Traeth Bychan and the harbour at Moelfre makes this a lovely way to explore the east coast of Anglesey. The children can enjoy the beach as well as the walk, while the distance is short enough to leave time for ice cream or doughnuts along the way.
To extend your walking around Benllech you could visit the lovely Red Wharf Bay on the Benllech to Red Wharf Bay Walk. The bay is a lovely spot and includes the Ship Inn which is a great place to enjoy refreshments with a view. You could also continue along the coast on the Moelfre to Lligwy Bay Walk.
Pubs and More Info
At the end of the walk head to the Kimmel Arms in Moelfre, for some well earned refreshments. The pub sits close to a small shingle beach and has fantastic, panoramic views of Moelfre Bay. The pub has a good menu and is also dog friendly with treats at the bar for your pet! You can find the pub at 8 Maes Hyfryd with a postcode of LL72 8HN for your sat navs.
Just to the west of the coastal path you'll find the noteworthy Mynydd Bodafon, the highest point on the Island of Anglesey. There are great views over the island from the 178 metre high summit.
Just to the south of Menai Bridge there's one of the highlights of the area at Plas Newydd. Here you'll find a National Trust owned mansion surrounded by beautiful parkland and gardens.
On the southern edge of Red Wharf Bay is the Pentraeth Forest where you can enjoy peaceful woodland trails, climb to Mynydd Llwydiarth and look out for the resident red squirrels.
For more walking ideas in the area see the Anglesey Walks page.
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