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4.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)
User Reviews
Michael Rieveley (16 months ago)
Fort Belan originally built, at the behest of Lord Newborough, to be manned by his militia' to ward off any attempted invasion by Napoleon. Now operating solely as holiday accommodation. The Fort is approached from Dinas Dinlle beyond Caernarfon airport, sits at southern most end of the Menai Strait at Abermenai Point overlooking the narrow channel between the mainland and Ynys Mon/Anglesey. The Newborough estate at one time was centred around Glynllifon, the home of the Wynn Family. Within the extensive grounds of Glynllifon is another Fort manned by the private militia. There is a tower from which they could see and receive signals from Fort Belan. Helens Tower in nearby Caernarfon was also built by Lord Newborough to perform a similar function. Before its current use, it was open as a tourist attraction and as a holiday home for Lord Newborough and other members of the Wynn Family and their friends. Glynllifon came under the ownership of Gwynedd County Council. Like many stately homes, the cost of upkeep and taxation may well have been behind the decision to sell. Lord Newborough Glynllifon and took up residence at the Rhug Estate near Corwen.
Fort Belan originally built, at the behest of Lord Newborough, to be manned by his militia' to ward off any attempted invasion by Napoleon. Now operating solely as holiday accommodation. The Fort is approached from Dinas Dinlle beyond Caernarfon airport, sits at southern most end of the Menai Strait at Abermenai Point overlooking the narrow channel between the mainland and Ynys Mon/Anglesey. The Newborough estate at one time was centred around Glynllifon, the home of the Wynn Family. Within the extensive grounds of Glynllifon is another Fort manned by the private militia. There is a tower from which they could see and receive signals from Fort Belan. Helens Tower in nearby Caernarfon was also built by Lord Newborough to perform a similar function. Before its current use, it was open as a tourist attraction and as a holiday home for Lord Newborough and other members of the Wynn Family and their friends. Glynllifon came under the ownership of Gwynedd County Council. Like many stately homes, the cost of upkeep and taxation may well have been behind the decision to sell. Lord Newborough Glynllifon and took up residence at the Rhug Estate near Corwen.
Jon Smith (2 years ago)
Unique spot and surroundings. Sea, sand, wildlife, amazing views and walks on your doorstep. Accommodation is first rate and well managed. Plenty of heating and hot water plus log fires. Rest and recuperation guaranteed.
Unique spot and surroundings. Sea, sand, wildlife, amazing views and walks on your doorstep. Accommodation is first rate and well managed. Plenty of heating and hot water plus log fires. Rest and recuperation guaranteed.
michelle barker (2 years ago)
Walked here from Dinas Dinlle beach. Is an amazing and very interesting place. Anglesey looks like you could almost reach out and touch it. You can feel the history of this place even without going in. And there are great views of the mountains. Well worth the 4 or 5 mile round hike
Walked here from Dinas Dinlle beach. Is an amazing and very interesting place. Anglesey looks like you could almost reach out and touch it. You can feel the history of this place even without going in. And there are great views of the mountains. Well worth the 4 or 5 mile round hike
Dave Finley (2 years ago)
Place was lovely but we only went there for a walk and was told that you can't have a look around as it is private holidays rentals.
Place was lovely but we only went there for a walk and was told that you can't have a look around as it is private holidays rentals.
Ian Branston (5 years ago)
Great place to stay if you want something unusual. The Fort has a lot of cottages set around a courtyard. One was big enough for a family of 8 when I stayed. The setting is incredible, just off the corner of the mainland looking across the Menai Strait.
Great place to stay if you want something unusual. The Fort has a lot of cottages set around a courtyard. One was big enough for a family of 8 when I stayed. The setting is incredible, just off the corner of the mainland looking across the Menai Strait.
