30 walks/40 pages

North Wales has some of the most beautiful coastal scenery in Britain, and a fascinating maritime and industrial history. Passing through it is the new Wales Coast Path. In North Wales this runs along a coastline of great variety, some carrying Heritage status, while on Anglesey and Llyn much falls within designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, some owned by the National Trust. The coastal landscape includes sand dunes, cliffs, tidal river estuaries, sand and shingle beaches, sheltered coves and harbours, the stunning limestone headlands of the Great and Little Orme and the foothills of the Carneddau mountains overlooking the sea. From the saltmarsh and extensive mudflats of Traeth Lafan to the high rocky cliffs of Holyhead Mountain, the coast provides an important habitat of international importance for many species of birds. It also contains important historical sites, impressive ancient monuments and buildings, as well as 19thC navigational aids for shipping. This selection of walks reflect the coastal's rich diversity, scenic value, historic interest, and some of the very best sections of the Coast Path.