Divided from the north west coast of Wales by the Menai Strait, lies the island of Anglesey, the largest of the English and Welsh islands. The island is mainly agricultural and its highest point is Holyhead Mountain, only 218 m. The coastline of Anglesey is dominated by sandy beaches, caves, rocky coves, and 95 per cent of which is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Photo by: fotonix.photography

The island is really ancient – inhabited for some 9,000 years. Its history dates back to the Mesolithic era and it was home to Druids, Romans, Celts, Vikings, Saxons and Normans. All these people left their marks there and today the island has a treasure of historical monuments, from stones and Stone Age burial sites to churches and castles. Photo by: ChrisBrookesPhotography .co.uk

Anglesey is connected to the mainland by two bridges. There are many small towns on the island and 70 per cent of the population are Welsh speakers. Most of the Anglesey’s visitors each year comes for the coastline, enjoying the beaches, sailing, wind surfing and other outdoor activities. This feature the spectacular Coastal Path, the circular route of which connects 36 villages and passes through breathtaking scenery including forests and south-eastern tip of the island. Photo by: James.Stringer

When to go: Any time of the year, but from May to October for the best weather. Population: 68,900. Getting there: By road, by rail or boat from the mainland. Photo by: ->>Hamish