About
The coastal walk from Penmon Priory to Black Point lighthouse and back is four miles of easy path along the northeast tip of Anglesey, with Puffin Island (Ynys Seiriol) lying just 500 metres offshore throughout and grey seals hauled out on the lower rocks year-round. The route passes Penmon's 17th-century dovecote, a holy well, and the Romanesque priory itself before reaching the lighthouse promontory — one of the finest viewpoints on the island with Conwy Castle, the Great Orme, and on clear days the Isle of Man all visible at once. Guillemots, razorbills, and cormorants nest on Puffin Island throughout spring and summer; bring binoculars.
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Frequently asked questions
Will I see puffins at Puffin Island?
Puffin Island's puffin colony was decimated by brown rats. The rats have been eradicated but puffins have not yet recolonised. You will see guillemots, razorbills, cormorants, and shags — but not puffins. Grey seals are guaranteed.
Can I take a boat to Puffin Island?
Boat trips run from Beaumaris Pier — check Seacoast Safaris for current schedules. Landing on the island is not permitted as it is a protected nature reserve.
Is Penmon Priory free to visit?
Yes — the priory grounds, church, dovecote, and saint's well are free to visit. The toll road to Black Point costs around £4 to drive.
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