New pond

Crystal clear water reflects the sky at this small lake just outside Pentraeth, where local anglers cast their lines most mornings. New Pond isn't exactly new - the name's a bit misleading - but it's a proper peaceful spot for a gentle walk around the water's edge.

Families with young children will find it manageable, though there's not much in the way of facilities or formal paths. The real draw is the quiet - you're more likely to hear skylarks than traffic here. Keen birdwatchers often spot herons fishing in the shallows, and the surrounding grassland attracts plenty of smaller species.

Allow about an hour for a leisurely circuit, though you could easily spend longer if you've brought a picnic. The ground can get quite boggy after rain, so decent walking boots are wise. It's free to visit, as you'd expect for an unmanaged natural site.

For families staying at any of the nearby holiday parks like Podiau Môn or Ael y Garnedd, it makes a nice change from busier Anglesey attractions. The kids might get restless after 30 minutes unless they're keen on wildlife spotting, but it's well worth the short drive for a bit of countryside calm.