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  Beaumaris, Anglesey - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Beaumaris is a town in east Anglesey, Wales.
The town was founded by Edward I of England who evicted the residents of Llanfaes to Newborough in order to construct Beaumaris Castle.
Notable buildings in the town include the castle, a courthouse built in 1614 and in use ever since, a sixteenth century church and a museum of childhood.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Beaumaris,_Anglesey   (143 words)

  
 Beaumaris Castle
Beaumaris (the name translates loosely as "fair marsh") is a wonderfully symmetrical castle created out of concentric rings of battlements punctuated by round towers at the corners and along the walls.
Master James' master stroke, though, was that the entrances to the outer wall and the inner are staggered, meaning that if an enemy breached the outer defenses, they would have to turn sharply and face murderous broadsides from the castle walls before they reached the inner gate.
Best of all, Beaumaris is far enough off the beaten track that you will not have to fight your way through the crowds as you may in larger centres like Caernarfon.
www.britainexpress.com /articles/Castles/Beaumaris_Castle.htm   (558 words)

  
 Anglesey Boat Company: Beaumaris Marina Latest News
Anglesey Boat Company are currently waiting for the second construction licence required before construction starts on the Beaumaris Marina project.
Anglesey County Council wrote to all interested parties in December 2004, stating that an inquiry would be held in the second week of April.
Anglesey Boat Company believe that this application is completely unfounded and that there are sound legal reasons and precedents which will result in its dismissal.
www.abcpm.co.uk /marina/pages/news.html   (835 words)

  
 Anglesey, Wales
Anglesey was known as Mam Cymru ('Mother of Wales') during the middle ages because its fertile fields formed the breadbasket for the north of Wales.
The historic town of Beaumaris is the site of one of the castles built by Edward I after his defeat of the Welsh princes, as well as the historic mansion Henllys Hall, now a hotel (see their pages for more on the history of Anglesey and Wales).
The town of Holyhead is the main ferry port for travel across the Irish Sea to Dublin and Llangefni, in the centre of the island, is the county town.
www.anglesey-history.co.uk   (337 words)

  
 Beaumaris Castle
Beaumaris and Caernarfon are practically the only two Welsh castles that afford visitors an opportunity to explore significant sections of inner wall passageways.
Although Beaumaris lacks the spectacular siting of some of Edward's other north Wales castles, the beauty of the castle and surrounding countryside is undeniable.
Beaumaris Castle has been designated a "World Heritage Site" because it represents a significant accomplishment in the art of medieval castle-building.
www.castlewales.com /beaumar.html   (1539 words)

  
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The current building was built in 1870 as a school and was converted to a fire station in 1962 by Anglesey county council.
Beaumaris fire station covers a "D" risk area responding to approximately 50 calls per year.
Beaumaris Station was honoured by the town council on 24th April 1996
www.nwales-fireservice.org.uk /main-eng/stations/beaumaris.htm   (169 words)

  
 Anglesey Genealogy   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Prehistoric Anglesey : the archaeology of the island to the Roman conquest.
Anglesey 1900 : a picture of life at the turn of the 19th century as reflected through the pages of a local newspaper.
List of the persons entitled to be registered as parliamentary electors for the County of Anglesey, in respect of the inhabitant occupation of a dwelling-house, or of the occupation of any land or tenement of a clear yearly value of ten pounds.
www.genuki.org.uk:8080 /big/wal/AGY   (3447 words)

  
 Sea Angling Trips, Starida Sea Fishing Boats, Beaumaris, Anglesey
Due to the close proximity to the A55 expressway, Beaumaris is the ideal venue for a General days Charter fishing, being only 1.5 hrs drive away from large cities such as Liverpool, Manchester and Birmingham.
Anglesey being an Island, depending upon which way the wind is blowing, the Starida boats can fish either side of Anglesey, fishing in relatively sheltered waters for the duration of the trip.
Beaumaris is a very popular venue for Angling competitions due to the fact that regardless of wind direction and states of tide, a competition can always be fished.
www.starida.co.uk /sea-fishing.htm   (319 words)

  
 Capel Elen Holiday Cottage location information   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Anglesey Sea Zoo is an exciting, award winning lively collection of amazing sea-life from the seas around the Isle of Anglesey.
Follow the winding path through Anglesey's many landmarks, all built to one-twelfth (1:12) full size, with a working model railway which circles the garden, stopping only at the famous station of Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch.
Beaumaris Castle, begun in 1295, was the last and largest of the castles to be built by King Edward I in Wales.
www.capelelencottage.co.uk /location.html   (1007 words)

  
 Beaumaris, Anglesey, Wales   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
This is a view of Beaumaris from one of our favorite hiking locations.
The route from Beaumaris south and across the Menai Bridge into Bangor was our daily work routine.
Rod drove in to the Chemistry building of the University College of North Wales to his laboratory, dropping Brenda off at the Caernarvonshire and Anglesey General Hospital for her work as a nurse in the hospital when their time schedules were compatible.
hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu /Nave-html/Wales/beaumaris.html   (421 words)

  
 Wales   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Built by Edward I in 1293, Beaumaris Castle commanded the old river ferry crossing to Anglesey.
In 1400 Henry IV gave Beaumaris Castle to Henry Percy for life as a reward for his services.
It was subsequently held by the Berkeley family and became a Royalists stronghold during the Civil War.
www.heritagesites.eu.com /wales/beauma.htm   (120 words)

  
 Beaumaris, Anglesey from Carm1.co.uk - The Photographic Guide to Wales   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
As the main thoroughfare from the UK to Ireland, Anglesey is also much frequented by modern day families attracted by its coastline and beaches and also its enviable range of family attractions...
NWT - The picturesque 13th century castle town of Beaumaris nestles by the Menai Strait enjoying stunning views to the Snowdonia mountains.
The Heritage Trail - This unusual, yet magnificent building, located in the county town of Anglesey was the last Welsh castle of Edward I. In keeping with it's 'fairytale' appearance, even the name 'Beaumaris' is derived from the French for beautiful marsh - ‘le beau marais’...
www.carm1.co.uk /beaumaris   (434 words)

  
 BBC - North West Wales Beaumaris - History
Here he introduces the colourful history of Beaumaris with a snapshot of some of the events that have shaped the town.
During the late 18th century, the town was the leading Welsh port and 14th largest in Britain, with the goods being imported including tobacco from Maryland, and sugar and ginger from the Caribbean.
Many of the island's administrative functions were lost to Llangefni, but from the middle of the 19th century Beaumaris had started to capitalise on its excellent location on the banks of the Menai Strait to lure visitors.
www.bbc.co.uk /wales/northwest/sites/beaumaris/pages/history.shtml   (493 words)

  
 Welcome To BEAUMARIS on the isle of Anglesey Official WebPages
Beaumaris is a well known historic town on the Menai Strait with its medieval castle dating back to the reign of Edward I and its Victorian pier, gaol & courthouse.
It is also a major centre for yachting and also boasts two golf courses within one mile of the town.
Beaumaris is a member of the North Wales Walled Towns Link
www.beaumaris.org.uk   (129 words)

  
 Beaumaris - UK Shop Search > Beaumaris
Beaumaris is a well known historic town on the Menai Strait with its medieval castle dating back to the...
Beaumaris is nonetheless an awesome sight, regarded by many as the finest of all the great Edwardian...
Beaumaris was never subject to wilful destruction, and the deterioration...
www.infospot.com /searchdirectory/shops/Beaumaris.html   (324 words)

  
 Welcome to Beaumaris
It was built as one of the 'iron ring' of North Wales castles by the English monarch Edward I, to stamp his authority on the Welsh.
Beaumaris is nonetheless an awesome sight, regarded by many as the finest of all the great Edwardian castles in Wales.
Its ingenious and perfectly symmetrical concentric 'walls within walls' design, involving no less than four successive lines of fortifications, was state of the art for the late 13th century.
www.beaumaris.com   (404 words)

  
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Beaumaris Lifeboat Station Built in 2000 to House the Atlantic 75 B768
Any surplus of income is held in the RNLI's reserve fund and used to guarantee the RNLI's boat building programme and other capital projects.
Beaumaris Lifeboat is one of Seven Lifeboats provided
www.beaumarislifeboat.freeservers.com   (425 words)

  
 Amlwch
It is situated on the northern coast of the island, on the Irish Sea, and its port is subordinate to Beaumaris.
A plan of Parys Farm in the parish of Amlwch in Anglesey belonging jointly to the Rev. Mr.
for the Borough of Beaumaris and the several Boroughs of Amlwch, Holyhead, and Llangefni in the County of Anglesey, sharing in election with the said Borough of Beaumaris.
www.genuki.org.uk:8080 /big/wal/AGY/Amlwch   (823 words)

  
 Directory - Regional: Europe: United Kingdom: Wales: Isle of Anglesey: Beaumaris   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Beaumaris  · cached · Information for local people and visitors about the historic town of Beaumaris.
Anglesey Healing Centre  · cached · Contains list of therapies, spiritual retreats and courses in Reiki.
Canolfan Iorwerth Rowlands Centre  · cached · Site for the Beaumaris and East Anglesey Youth Association, based at the Canolfan Iorwerth Rowlands Centre.
www.incywincy.com /default?p=105786   (243 words)

  
 Rainbow over Beaumaris   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
This view of the Menai Strait is taken from a pasture on the hill just south of Beaumaris, Anglesey.
This view of Beaumaris from the hill to the south of town brings back many memories.
This gives a clear view of the road along the Menai Strait and the fact that the basin is almost empty at low tide.
hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu /Nave-html/Wales/rbowb.html   (444 words)

  
 Anglesey Accommodation. Tastefully converted traditional Smithy near Beaumaris Anglesey - Sleeps 8
Anglesey accommodation, tastefully restored former village smithy and smith's cottage, original beams and large stone fireplaces - a delightful and distinctive cottage, warm and exceptionally cosy in winter with a delightful small enclosed sheltered garden.
Located in the tiny hamlet of Llanfaes, 1 mile from the ancient town of Beaumaris with its lovely castle.
Watch the seals and puffins from a pleasure cruise or immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of ancient and Celtic history that pervades this peaceful island.
www.qualitycottages.com /ref76.htm   (416 words)

  
 Archives Network Wales - Registrar General of Shipping and Seamen (Beaumaris, Anglesey) Records
The Registrar General of Shipping and Seamen was established by the Merchant Shipping Act 1872, when the Registrar General of Seamen took over responsibility for returns relating to the registration of ships from the Board of Customs' Chief Registrar of Shipping.
Beaumaris was the principal port of North Wales until the Port of Caernarfon was established and in the second half of the 19th century was home to around 250 vessels.
Many of these were involved in the transport of goods, importing coal and timber and exporting copper and other ores, slate and marble.
www.archivesnetworkwales.info /cgi-bin/anw/fulldesc_nofr?inst_id=27&coll_id=1423   (493 words)

  
 Archives Network Wales - Papers of E. Madoc Jones
Administrative/Biographical history: Evan Madoc Jones (1868-1953) was headmaster of Beaumaris Grammar School from 1895 to 1933.
She studied the life of the author Lewis Carroll and was interested in local history.
Scope and content/abstract: Papers of Enid Madoc Jones, Anglesey, [1868]-[1987], family and personal papers, 1868-1972; correspondence, 1886-1987; literary works by members of the family, [1840s]-1980; sketches and drawings, 1900-1920s; and photographs, 1890-1986.
www.archivesnetworkwales.info /cgi-bin/anw/fulldesc_nofr?inst_id=27&coll_id=1459   (308 words)

  
 BBC News | WALES | Marina plans on the rocks
Plans for a £7m marina at Beaumaris on Anglesey have been put on hold after the surprise announcement that a public inquiry is to be held into the scheme.
Plans by the Anglesey Boat Company to develop a 450-berth marina at Gallows Point in Beaumaris won the backing of Anglesey Council in December.
Dafydd Jones, the man behind the Beaumaris Marina, said he was taken aback by the decision to hold a planning inquiry.
news.bbc.co.uk /1/low/wales/742006.stm   (249 words)

  
 Isle of Anglesey County Council : Heritage Sites - Beaumaris Gaol and Courthouse   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
It is a place that to this day almost orders you to get up and proclaim out loud...
Hugh Hughes, cruelly whipped through the streets of four towns on the island for stealing food.
Schools - Anglesey free, others - group rates and bus driver and teachers free.
www.anglesey.gov.uk /english/culture/court.htm   (190 words)

  
 Beaumaris Castle in Beaumaris - Anglesey & North Wales - UK Attraction
Beaumaris Castle on the Island of Anglesey is the great-unfinished masterpiece.
It was built as one of the ’iron ring’ of North Wales’s castles by the English monarch Edward I, to stamp his authority on the Welsh but it was never finished.
Beaumaris is nonetheless an awesome site, regarded by many as the finest of all the great Edwardian castles in Wales.
www.ukattraction.com /north-wales/beaumaris-castle.htm   (202 words)

  
 Beaumaris Castle, Anglesey North Wales Uk
Started in 1296, it was the last of the massive Edwardian fortresses of the 13th century to be built in North Wales, but money ran out before the fortifications reached their fall height.
Beaumaris is nonetheless an awesome sight, regarded by many as the finest of Edward's Welsh castles.
The king's military architect, the brilliant James of St George, brought all last experience and inspiration to bear when building this moated castle on the beau marais (beautiful marsh) overlooking the Menai Strait.
www.walestouristsonline.co.uk /anglesey/tourist/beaumariscastle.html   (196 words)

  
 Anglesey Boat Company: Marina Index   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Anglesey Boat Company are progressing with plans for the proposed Beaumaris marina following its planning approval.
Anglesey Boat Company been granted planning permission by Pembrokeshire County Council for a new marina at Fishguard in Pembrokeshire.
Anglesey Boat Company are working with the Milford Haven Port Authority on a project to develop a marina at Martello Quay in Pembroke Dock.
www.abcpm.co.uk /marina   (232 words)

  
 Anglesey Healing Centre Home Page
The Anglesey Healing Centre is a small friendly centre situated on the beautiful island of Anglesey.
It is close to quiet beaches, lush countryside and the mountains of Snowdonia.
Exploring Sacred Sites Weekends - Anglesey is rich in burial chambers and standing stones.
www.angleseyhealingcentre.co.uk   (447 words)

  
 Guardian Unlimited | The Guardian | Let's move to ... Beaumaris, Anglesey
Beaumaris was the last of the iron ring of castles he built to subdue the kingdom.
The king chucked out the locals, filled Beaumaris with the English and blew a raspberry at the Welsh.
So it may look like a genteel, ahem, English town ripe for Miss Marple but, as thewily old sleuth so often finds, there are fiery passions simmering beneath those elegant facades.
www.guardian.co.uk /weekend/story/0,3605,1582194,00.html   (322 words)

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