Llanddwyn Island, tucked along the wild southwestern coast of Anglesey in North Wales, is one of the UK’s most breathtaking locations for landscape photography. Set within the stunning Newborough National Nature Reserve, this tidal island offers a dramatic mix of sweeping sandy beaches, windswept dunes, historic lighthouses, and panoramic views of the Snowdonia mountains across the water. Whether you’re chasing golden-hour light, long-exposure seascapes, or atmospheric coastal scenes, Llanddwyn Island provides photographers with an ever-changing canvas shaped by tides, weather, and seasons.

From the iconic white Tŵr Mawr lighthouse to the romantic ruins of St Dwynwen’s Church, every corner of the island tells a story and presents a new composition waiting to be captured. As the legendary home of Wales’ patron saint of lovers, the island blends natural beauty with cultural history, making it a location that’s as inspiring as it is photogenic.

In this guide, we’ll explore why Llanddwyn Island is a must-visit photography destination in Anglesey, the best times to shoot, key photo spots you shouldn’t miss, and practical tips to help you capture its magic.

Just 4 places remaining now on the Anglesey sunset workshop at the stunning Llanddwyn Island on Saturday 14th December 2024.

Full details and booking are available on my Anglesey photography workshops webpage

I've just added a new Llanddwyn Island Anglesey workshop date to my website. We start early at 07.30am to make the best of the "Golden Hour" light from sunrise.

Full details & booking can be found on my Anglesey photography workshop webpage:

New Anglesey photography workshop dates for 2025

My Anglesey photography workshops take place on the stunning Llanddwyn Island, an amazing place to visit and definitely one of the most photogenic beaches in the UK with the now iconic view of Twr Mawr lighthouse. I've added a new winter sunset photography workshop in December 2024 and also new dates for 2025. If you'd like to join me in this amazing North Wales photography location then full details of the Anglesey photography workshops and booking are available on my workshop webpage:

https://www.landscapephotographyuk.com/anglesey-photography-workshop-north-wales

A new Anglesey sunset photography workshop

Following several requests I'll be running a winter Anglesey sunset photography workshop on 14th December 2024. This workshop is timed to give participants the best chance of capturing the golden hour light of sunset behind the iconic Twr Mawr lighthouse on Llanddwyn Island.

Full details and booking can be found on my Anglesey photography workshop webpage:

https://www.landscapephotographyuk.com/anglesey-photography-workshop-north-wales

Places available on my Anglesey photography workshop in June 2024

Just 4 places left on the Anglesey Llanddwyn Island photography workshop on Saturday 15th June 2024.... another booking just taken https://www.landscapephotographyuk.com/anglesey-photography-workshop-north-wales

Just 3 places left on the Llanddwyn Island, Anglesey photography workshop in February

https://www.landscapephotographyuk.com/anglesey-photography-workshop-north-wales

Great to able able to say that my Anglesey Photography Workshops are back on for 2024. I've added 2 dates at the stunning Llanddwyn Island, easily one of the most beautiful places on the UK coast and an amazing place to visit with the camera.

For full details and booking just click my weblink below:
 

https://www.landscapephotographyuk.com/anglesey-photography-workshop-north-wales

Llanddwyn beach on the Isle of Anglesey was stunning today with some fantastic reflections left by the outgoing tide. The beach at Llanddwyn is a favourite place to visit of mine and never disappoints, definitely amongst the best coastal views in the UK, an amazing place in North Wales.

Another stunning winter sunset on Llanddwyn Island on the Isle of Anglesey this evening

A dramatic end to today's 121 workshop on Llanddwyn  Island on the Isle of Anglesey. The blustery conditions produced some lovely light at Twr Mawr lighthouse for sunset... changeable days are always the best ones to be out with the camera!