Holyhead Harbour and Port, Harbours Holyhead, Anglesey - Wales where to go, what to see and where to stay in Wales

The Port and harbour of Holyhead is located on the Isle of Anglesey, North Wales. It lies in a well-protected position due east of Holyhead Mountain, shielded from the Irish Sea by the historic Breakwater. The breakwater is 1.5 miles in length. Holyhead is a 24 hour, deep water port, and is one of the main ferry terminals for Ireland. The Port of Holyhead is operated by Stena Line Ports Ltd, who are the statutory Harbour Authority. Holyhead Harbour was developed by the Chester and Holyhead Railway Company for its services to Ireland. Holyhead Sailing Club is based within the protection of Holyhead harbour with over 600 members and moorings for up to 170 boats. Holyhead Marina also sits within the protection of Holyhead breakwater.