Benllech

Benllech is a seaside village and community on the east coast of Anglesey, Wales. It lies along the A5025 road between Beaumaris and Menai Bridge, facing Red Wharf Bay to the north. The village forms a coastal settlement with a mix of residential areas, shops and services serving both residents and visitors.

The focal point is Benllech Beach, a long, sandy shoreline that is popular with families and tourists. The beach and surrounding coast attract walkers and water-based activities, and the area supports a tourism economy with holiday parks, guest houses, eateries and shops catering to visitors.

Amenities and facilities in Benllech include Ysgol Benllech, a bilingual primary school, as well as a church, a village hall, a post office and a range of small shops and cafés. Transport links consist mainly of road and bus services; regular services connect Benllech with Bangor, Beaumaris and surrounding communities, with the nearest railway stations located in Bangor and Holyhead.

Governance and planning are handled at the community level by the Benllech community council. The village is part of Ynys Môn (Isle of Anglesey) for local government, and it sits within the Ynys Môn constituency for both the UK Parliament and the Senedd (Welsh Parliament).

Surrounding the village are coastal and rural landscapes, including Red Wharf Bay and nearby beaches and bays. The area features a mix of dunes, farmland and small settlements, reflecting Anglesey’s coastal character and its appeal as a destination for outdoor recreation and relaxation.