Section 21 of 84, Wales Coast Path
Newborough to Dwyran
6.3 miles (10.1 km). About 2 hours, moderate.
Start: SH 516 679. Finish: SH 448 648. OS grid.
Take it with you: download this section's GPX file (it opens in OS Maps, Komoot, Outdooractive or a GPS unit) or open the start in OS Maps.
Warning: Diversion in place. Part of this route is closed or diverted for now. The Wales Coast Path site (updated 22 September 2026) lists temporary diversions in several places, many until further notice, including landslides at Porthdinllaen in Gwynedd and Porth Swtan, Llanfaethlu and Lligwy on Anglesey. Neath Port Talbot Council says the path around Baglan, Briton Ferry and Sandfields West has been closed since 2023 because of sinkholes and the agreed diversion stays in place. Check the official diversions page before setting out. Source: walescoastpath.gov.uk.
Up and down
About 96 m of climbing and 97 m of descent; highest point 36 m.
Getting there
The section starts at Newborough.
- Bus stops
- Y Felinheli, Victoria Hotel, 980 m from the start. Directions SH 524 675Arfon, 990 m from the start. Directions SH 523 673
- Car parks
- Car park (free), 330 m from the start. Directions SH 518 677Car park, 340 m from the start. Directions SH 518 677Car park, 880 m from the start. Directions SH 523 674
Getting back
The section finishes at Dwyran. Stations and bus stops near the finish:
- Bus stops
- Llwyn Helyg, 560 m from the finish. Directions SH 446 654Bus stop, 820 m from the finish. Directions SH 443 655Bird World Aviaries, 840 m from the finish. Directions SH 442 655
Planning the Wales Coast Path
- Planning the whole trail: walescoastpath.gov.uk.
- Baggage transfer: the services listed for the trail.
What to expect
Underfoot: paved or flagged 58%; the rest (42%) isn't recorded.
About 58% on roads with traffic.
On the way: 4 stiles, 9 kissing gates, 9 gates, 1 flight of steps.
No steep climbs: no kilometre gains more than about 13 m.
From OpenStreetMap, where mappers have recorded it: check before you go.
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