St Patrick

The church sits quietly in the village, a modest stone building that's been standing since medieval times. You won't find much fanfare here - no visitor centre, no gift shop, just a straightforward place of worship that's clearly been looked after by locals who care. Inside, there's a real sense of age: worn flagstones, simple wooden pews, and that particular smell of old stone and candle wax that tells you centuries of worship have happened in this space.

It's the sort of stop that works best if you're already exploring the Cemaes Bay area rather than a destination in itself. The coastal walks around here are proper excellent, and the nearby villages have enough character to fill a morning. History buffs and anyone interested in Welsh ecclesiastical architecture will find something to appreciate in the details, even if the building itself is no showstopper.

Cemaes Bay itself is just down the road - a working fishing village with a decent beach and some good pubs if you need sustenance. The campsite at Dolydd is practically on your doorstep, making this an easy addition to a caravan holiday on Anglesey. Allow twenty minutes to half an hour to look round properly, less if you're just passing through. Opening times and admission charges aren't always obvious, so check locally when you arrive, but Welsh village churches tend to be welcoming during daylight hours.