Ynys Llanddwyn, Anglesey, Wales
Ynys Llanddwyn Island lighthouse
Legends of Ynys Llanddwyn
The island is rich in legends, in particular the association with Dwynwen. The name Llanddwyn means “The Church of St. Dwynwen”. Dwynwen is the patron saint of lovers, making her the Welsh equivalent of St. Valentine. Her Saint’s Day is January 25th and is often celebrated by the Welsh with cards and flowers.
The remains of St. Dwynwen’s Church can be found, and is near here that you will find Ffynnon Ddwynwen. It is said that this well could foretell the outcome of a love affair - if it bubbled it would be successful. It was also believed to have aphrodisiac qualities.
Coordinates: 53°252 22.803 N 4°262 32.473 W
For further information, please read Haunted Britain by Antony D. Hippisley Coxe.
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Visitor Information
Ynys Llanddwyn is a small tidal island off the west coast of Anglesey, Wales. It remains attached to the mainland at all but the highest tides, and provides views of Snowdonia and the Llyn Peninsula. The nearest town is Newborough.
Pictured left is Ynys Llanddwyn Island old lighthouse with Snowdonia in the background, courtesy of Velela. Licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
