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Puffin Island monastery

Access unclearno public right of way confirmed — check locally before setting out

Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Puffin Island monastery is a monastic site in Anglesey. It is the only monastic site the Albion Guide charts in the county. The nearest railway station is Llanfairfechan, 7.4 km to the south.

Full name: Tower & Remains of Church and Monastic Settlement on Puffin Island

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