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Beaumaris Castle

Beaumaris, United Kingdom

History

Edward I began this near-symmetrical moated castle in 1295 but never finished it; it is part of a World Heritage Site with Conwy and Caernarfon. Cadw charges entry; park on the seafront green in town.

Nearest town
Beaumaris, United Kingdom
Category
History & culture
GPS
53.2646, -4.0898

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

No month is ideal everywhere on this route; the most pleasant are usually May–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • United Kingdom: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Drive on the left. Some bridges and tunnels charge tolls.

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Campsites nearby

  • Cefn Cae Camping SiteCampsite
    16 km from Beaumaris Castle
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Gwern Gof Uchaf CampsiteCampsite
    17 km from Beaumaris Castle
    TentsDrinking waterShowersToiletsNo dogs
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Conwy Holiday ParkCampsite
    17 km from Beaumaris Castle
    TentsCaravansElectricityShowersWaste disposalWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Tyn-Yr-Onnen Farm & CampsiteCampsite
    19 km from Beaumaris Castle
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • DolgamCampsite
    23 km from Beaumaris Castle
    TentsMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalNo dogs
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Llyn Gwynant CampsiteCampsite
    24 km from Beaumaris Castle · 1,000 pitches
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip

All campsites in United Kingdom · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Beaumaris Castle?

Beaumaris Castle is in Beaumaris, United Kingdom, at GPS 53.2646, -4.0898. It is about 16 km from Llanberis.

Can you camp near Beaumaris Castle?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Kingsbridge Caravan & Camping Park, about 2 km away; within 25 km there are 159 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Beaumaris Castle?

Beaumaris Castle is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Anglesey and the Llŷn peninsula.

What is there to see near Beaumaris Castle?

Places worth a stop nearby: Caernarfon Castle (19 km), Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) (22 km), Portmeirion (39 km) and Criccieth Castle (40 km).

When is the best time to visit Beaumaris Castle?

No month is ideal everywhere on this route; the most pleasant are usually May–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)