Ynys y Bîg facts for kids
Ynys y Bîg is a tiny private island located in the Menai Strait. This strait is a narrow stretch of water that separates the island of Anglesey from mainland North Wales. Ynys y Bîg is connected to Anglesey by a special wooden bridge.
This bridge leads from the grounds of a private house, which is also named Ynys y Bîg. Because of this, the island is not open to the public. The bridge needed repairs for a while but was rebuilt in 2019, making it strong again.
About Ynys y Bîg
Ynys y Bîg is located about one mile northeast of the famous Menai Suspension Bridge. This bridge is a very old and important landmark in Wales. The island itself is a special place for nature.
Island Size and Tides
The size of Ynys y Bîg changes with the ocean's tides. When the tide is low, there is no water separating the island from the mainland. It looks like it's part of the land. However, when the tide is high, the water rises, and Ynys y Bîg becomes a separate island. At high tide, it covers an area of about 0.7 acres.
Nature and Wildlife
Ynys y Bîg is covered with many trees, making it a heavily wooded area. It's a peaceful spot for wildlife. In some years, a large number of grey herons choose to build their nests there. Herons are tall, long-legged birds often found near water.
The island is also part of a larger protected area called Glannau Porthaethwy. This area is a SSSI. An SSSI is a special place in the UK that is protected because of its unique plants, animals, or geology. It means the area is very important for nature and needs to be looked after carefully.
