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Bardsey Island
Bardsey Island has been a haven for nature lovers and those seeking solitude for centuries. It was declared a national nature reserve in 1986.

Many make the journey to Bardsey each summer to glimpse cormorants, shags, manx shearwaters and curlews.

Grey seals also come to bask on the beaches, and other unusual animals live on the island's mountain and grasslands.

Between eight and 13 people live on the island, including a farmer, warden and bird experts.

You can visit the island for a day, or stay longer in one of several old farmhouses. You need to book at least a few days beforehand for the 10am sailing from Porth Meudwy, near Aberdaron, for the 15-minute crossing. Alternatively, you can book the 9am sailing from Pwllheli for an hour's sea trip to the island.

Bardsey Island index.

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BBC Wales Nature: Places to go - Bardsey Island

Opening times: Sailings at 9.45am from Porth Meudwy or 8.45am from Pwllheli. Crossings are dependent on the weather. For bookings and prices call 0845 811 36554.

Location: The Bardsey Island Trust, Swyddfa Enlli, Sarn Mellteyrn, Pwllheli, LL53 8DU

Directions: Porth Meudwy: from Pwllheli, follow the signs for Llanbedrog. When there, turn right (do not go towards Abersoch). Follow the road to Aberdaron. There, take the hill up to the right, carry on to the crossroads and turn left. Turn left again and continue until you come to a farm on your right. Park in the lay-by opposite and walk down to the jetty.
Pwllheli: The Marina

Telephone: 08458 112233

Website: www.enlli.org

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		Rev. Nick Hawkins. Llangwnnadl Copies of the Celtic Pilgrimage DVD can be obtained from Carreg Trust. Phone 01758 770582. Mon Aug 17 10:31:56 2009 Mike Pegg, Stockport Can I take my small dog on the island, on a lead of course, and the boat? Fri Jun 12 10:01:58 2009 Christine Evans There is an alternative boat service out of Porth Meudwy, Aberdaron, from Bardsey Island itself - includes a talk on the history and wildlife by a fourth-generation islander, and no awkward dinghy transfers. See the Bardsey Boat Trips website [on useful links] or telephone 07971769895 for times of crossings. Tue May 5 09:54:13 2009 William Elliott , Blaenau Ffestiniog Is it possable for disabled people to visit Bardsey Island? Fri May 1 09:36:15 2009 Christine Eady, Southport Where can I buy the DVD - A Celtic Pilgrimage to Bardsey - presented by the Rev Andrew Jones? Tue Oct 21 14:14:13 2008 Jane Davies, Aberdaron For day trips to Bardsey see Enlli Charter's website andfor retreats on Bardsey see the Carreg Trust. Web team: There are more websites for the area in our Llyn web guide. Thu Jun 28 14:43:19 2007 beti collinge, llangollen There is an interesting DVD - A Celtic Pilgrimage to Bardsey - presented by the Llyn vicar, Rev. Andrew Jones. He follows both north and south pilgrim routes along the Llyn to Bardsey. The ancient pilgrim chapels/churches are beautiful and evocative. Just log in to St Hywyns church at Aberdaron where the renowned English language Welsh poet R.S. Thomas was minister for years. Tue Mar 6 09:43:06 2007 Alastair P Ross from flintshire This place is brilliant. The 9am sailing from Pwllheli is well worth it. You only need 1 hour to take the magnificent sights of this enthralling Island. Whilst there i saw shags, manx shearwaters and curlews. Although i didnt get to stay in one of the old farmhouses, i still got a taste of welsh cooking, mmmmm welsh cakes, you should definitely try them, they're delicious. Before i left i had time for a quick swim in one of the bays there. Mon Dec 11 10:28:56 2006

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Bardsey Island
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Coed Cyrnol
Coed Llyn Mair
Coed y Brenin
Conwy RSPB Reserve
Cwm Idwal National Nature Reserve
Dingle local nature reserve
Llyn Alaw
Llyn Parc Mawr
Mawddach Woodlands
Menai Strait
Newborough Warren and Llanddwyn Island
Penrhos Nature Reserve
Snowdon
South Stack Cliffs
The Spinnies, Aberogwen
Valley Lakes
Y Foryd nature reserve

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