Welcome to Beaumaris

Beaumaris (Biwmares) is located on the east coast of Anglesey, North Wales, by the Menai Straits and overlooking Conwy Bay, approximately 238 miles north-west of London and 10 miles north-east of Bangor.

The town has a population of around 2,000. Administratively it is within the district of Isle of Anglesey which covers an area of approximately 714 sq kms.

The one time capital of Anglesey is an attractive town of half timbered houses, Victorian terraces and narrow streets, and is primarily renowned for its magnificent 13th-century castle which is a World Heritage Site. There is some fine Regency and Georgian architecture and notable historic buildings include a courthouse built in 1614, which is still in use, and the Bull's Head inn built in 1472, which claims to have the largest single hinged door in Britain - 13ft high and 11ft wide. It has excellent water sports facilities, adding to its appeal as a visitor destination, and it is a good base from which to explore the island. The town also enjoys spectacular views of Snowdonia.

The town's history dates from the 13th century when it was founded by Edward I. He evicted the local residents of Llanfaes to Newborough before building Beaumaris Castle, and then re-established the town with English settlers only allowed to live within the town walls.

Economically, tourism is one of the most important industries, as it is throughout Anglesey, and this continues to be the focus for investment activity, for example, in the development of a marina at Beaumaris. Leisure and service sector industries for the local area are also significant.

The name Beaumaris means 'beautiful marsh' and derives from the Norman 'beau marais'.