Please click here for more information. Ynys Enlli National Nature Reserve Bardsey Island, Gwynedd Bardsey Island lies just two miles beyond the tip of the Llˆyn peninsula. It has a long history and is noted for its wildlife. At one time it was a sanctuary of saints and 20,000 are said to be buried here. The remains of St Mary's Abbey are still standing. The island was farmed until recently but there are some very natural areas which have never been worked. It is now owned by the Bardsey Island Trust which also manages the reserve. The varied habitats range from the small, gorse covered mountain down to the rocky shores. Some 2,500 Manx shearwaters nest on the island but the place is also an important research site since it is on the migration route of many birds. Large numbers of migrants are ringed here every year. The Countryside Council for Wales is committed to creating opportunities for everyone to enjoy the countryside. National Nature Reserves are no exception. On some reserves the Countryside Council for Wales has provided additional paths. On others, access on foot is unrestricted and visitors are welcome to wander freely. Where possible, the Countryside Council also provide facilities to add to visitors' enjoyment of reserves such as bird hides, information points, guided walks and displays, and facilities for the disabled. Signs at entrances welcome visitirs to each reserve and provide basic information.       Reset Map Position About our location: Safety: The Countryside Council for Wales makes every attempt to ensure that your visit to a reserve is enjoyable and safe. But visitors should also be aware of their own safety. Please watch out for hazards and wear appropriate clothes and footwear for your visit. This work was commissioned by the Countryside Council for Wales as part of its programme of research into sustaining natural beauty, wildlife and outdoor enjoyment in rural Wales and its inshore waters.    Ynys Enlli National Nature Reserve Bardsey Island, Gwynedd  Telephone  Website	Accommodation Beaches Events Restaurants Click on the channels above to get information on areas covered by the zoomable maps.