Forest bathing at Pentraeth Forest

Pentraeth Forest covers about 245 hectares on the hillside overlooking Red Wharf Bay on Anglesey's east coast. It is mostly pine and spruce, with a large area of broadleaved woodland on the western side, and Natural Resources Wales manages it partly as habitat for the island's red squirrels. It is the second largest forest on Anglesey, yet it sees far fewer visitors than Newborough, so you can usually find a stretch of path to yourself.

A popular way in is from the beach car park at Red Wharf Bay, following the Anglesey Coast Path along the shore before turning uphill into the trees. The climb from the coast is steep in places, so allow time and wear proper footwear. Once you are up in the forest the tracks level out and the sound of the bay drops away. As a working forest, parts may be closed for felling, so follow any signs on the day.