Trearddur
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| Trearddur Bay | |
| Welsh: Bae Trearddur | |
  Trearddur Bay shown within the United Kingdom |
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| Population | 25896 (includes Holyhead, Valley, Rhoscolyn and Caergeiliog) |
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| OS grid reference | |
| Principal area | Anglesey |
| Ceremonial county | Gwynedd |
| Constituent country | Wales |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | TREARDDUR |
| Postcode district | LL65 |
| Dialling code | 01407 |
| Police | North Wales |
| Fire | North Wales |
| Ambulance | Welsh |
| European Parliament | Wales |
| UK Parliament | Ynys Môn |
| List of places: UK • Wales • Anglesey | |
Trearddur is a short name for Trearddur Bay. This village It is located south of Holyhead on the west coast of Holy Island off the north-west coast of Anglesey in Wales. The historical name for Trearddur Bay is Towyn Capel and at the centre of the beach, lies an ancient burial ground which was recently excavated.
There are two general shops in the centre of the village, along with a garage, two golf courses (one 18 hole, and one small 9 hole) and a many hotels including a large hotel - Trearddur Bay Hotel, which overlooks the beach.
On the two beaches - Porth Dafarch and the main beach - there are some shallow scuba diving sites and the main beach is one of the main tourist hotspots of Anglesey. There is also excellent sea fishing in the area. Near the beach is a play area and a football pitch where Trearddur Bay United F.C. play. Horse riding is also available, as well as a snooker hall at the Beach Hotel.
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