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Bardsey Island

Bardsey Island
The 20,000 saints purportedly buried on this island might be quiet, but today's inhabitants are kept very busy. Delve into the past and present of Bardsey and nearby Aberdaron.

Visit the island

Discover how you can get yourself over the sea to Bardsey.

Island in colour

Take a virtual tour of the Llyn's Island of 20,000 Saints.

Bardsey folk

Trace those who've lived on Bardsey over the years.

Is it Avalon?

Is Bardsey Island King Arthur's final resting place?

Red rocks

Mair Roberts describes one of the mysteries of Aberdaron.

Island tales

Ian Jolly writes up another episode of life on the island today.

Saving St Hywyn's

Vicar Evelyn Davies on the last stop for pilgrims before Bardsey.

Island poet

A Yorkshire lass explains how Bardsey became her inspiration.

Wildlife trip

Iolo's Wildlife Safari takes a trip to see the bird and animal life.

Bardsey birth

Gwyndon Williams believes he was the last boy born on Bardsey.

Useful links

We've searched for other websites on Bardsey and Aberdaron.

Pilgrim trail

All roads lead to Bardsey for pilgrims from north and south.

have your say

If you'd like to contribute a story, comment or picture to this Bardsey Island site, we'd love to hear from you. Just get in touch.


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