Church Bay Inn in Isle of Anglesey

We've visited this pub a number of times whilst on holiday here in Anglesey. The terraced gardens have been well thought out and are really comfy and cosy, having separate areas for people to settle in. The views from these gardens are beautiful over Church Bay. The choice of drinks is also better than any other we've had on the island.

The best pub I have ever visited with beautiful views and a garden to suit. We played Cluedo (our own game) with our two young children in an open fronted style glamping pod in the garden facing the sea. As it was dark the romance of the place came alive with the garden lighting and lights in the distance of Holy Head across the sea. We stayed overnight in the car park in our motorhome which was peaceful (£10 charge) and woke to the amazing view once again. We look forward to coming back.

Living just a 15 minute walk away from The Church Bay Inn, it is my local pub and a place I have visited often during my time in the area. On previous visits I have found it a pleasant environment, despite slightly lacking in atmosphere. During my latest visit to the pub, I was surprised by how quiet we found the establishment to be during mid August - a potential reason for this, we discovered later. This reason being the price of our drinks. 2 pints, a lager and a guinness, cost us nearly £12 (£11.60). While I am compassionate surrounding the raising prices as a result of the cost of living issue, I have yet to encounter prices of that degree. Having paid for the over priced pints, we moved on to the games room after sitting in the main area and taking in the fantastic setting of the pub. Once in the games room, we attempted to pay for the pool table, and came to the realisation that the mechanism was broken and therefore we couldn’t. The inside of the pool table was loose and hanging out and therefore we assumed, with no signage to tell us otherwise, that we were to use the pool regardless. The owner of the pub came in minutes later with an accusatory tone telling us we had to pay 50p for the pool table and it wasn’t free. My boyfriend and I have zero issue with this and were happy to pay the amount. Still, the barmaid continued then to lecture on the fact that she had to pay for the lights to be on due to our presence, she did this rather unkindly. Again, we had no issue with paying, and immediately paid over the amount. After the conversation, the barmaid moved over to the other side of the bar to which she talked with some other customers about us ‘trying to get free games’ out of the machine and continued to talk on our behalf negatively and unflatteringly. It was then we decided we would skip paying for another £12 round, and instead finish the game and head off. To complain about having to pay for the electric because your customers (who have just paid for extortionately priced drinks) are using your facilities was perhaps not the wisest of actions. It’s a beautiful pub, in an amazing area and I find it a shame that customer service lets it down so greatly.

Nice views and good drinks. The outdoors has been done up. Friendly locals. Relaxing. Worth the walk up from Church Bay. The sunset is unbelievable.

Probably the best view in the world from a pub with an amazing garden please please start serving food

We called in for a couple of drink’s and couldn’t believe how expensive it was compared to all the other pub’s and restaurants nearby. It’s a beautiful building and has fabulous views, that’s the only reason we went, the high prices let it down so much.

Called in yesterday for what was going to be a few beers. Very nice pub with great views. £18.20 for a pint of beer and a double gin n tonic, absolutely disgraceful prices.

Got to say the views from the garden are fantastic! Don't know why Angelsey pubs can't stock a decent cider though. But the other half was pleased with her beer.

Stunning views good service and excellent quality drinks. Dog friendly on the extensive patio. Would highly recommend.

Unable to add anything to the positive reviews. Only add my 5 star. Photos just don't do justice. Great outside seating areas and panoramic views from the lounge. We ended every day with a sundowner drink during our 2 week holiday. We miss it!

Lovely pub, amazing terrace and outside area, Google currently states they open at 2pm, reality is they open at 4.30pm.

We called in here with our family after a windy trip to the beach in Church Bay. We were welcomed immediately and helped in with our pushchairs. The landlady was attentive and provided us with our choice of drinks. My son and son-in-law enjoyed a game of pool. The only disappointment was that the quiz does not run in the winter months.

After the longest short walk of my life we found this little gem of a pub with an absolutely amazing view from our seats to rest up and get a well earned pint down my neck!! staff were so helpful and the locals friendly and welcoming, if your staying anywhere near or just passing through call in for a great pint of Guinness at a lovely pub you won’t be disappointed 👍🏻

We visited the church inn last Sunday afternoon. We were staying just down into the bay so it was a 10 minute walk up the hill to the pub. The weather was lovely so we were able to sit outside with one of the best views! The landlady was very welcoming and the pub was a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon! (they don't serve food).

Stopped by the inn to have a pint in the beer garden. It has a fabulous view over the bay and to Holyhead watching the ferries go to and fro. If you're in the area it is a lovely place for a little stop and rest and to admire the view. We sat outside but inside seemed comfortable and well refurbished, and there are big windows.

Not having visited for a number of years we called in on a Sunday evening to watch the sunset in the hope that the place was stillnopen. Wow, what a transformation from a dark and dingy bar to a very tastefully refurbished space. The outside seating areas were fabulous with stunnning views, and an excellent selection of beers. The place was very busy and the landlady was running the bar and waiting on tables 8n a pleasant manner. Toilets were modern and spotlessly clean. Welcome to the new owners, you have worked so hard, we wish you all the best. Definitely be returning soon.

What a fabulous find ❤️ We've been waiting for this place to open and we weren't disappointed, it's really lovely. A refreshing change from the innumerable Robinsons pubs that seem to have taken over here on the island. The views from the spacious terrace are stunning. The service is excellent and the real ales well cared for. All in all an absolute gem of a place.

First time visit, despite living locally. Lovely place with fantastic views and a very friendly landlady, will definitely be going back.

Great pub inside and out. Lovely views over the bay. Very friendly landlady. Would love it if they served small plates in food.

Excellent cask aies, super vlews, landlady works her socks off, lovely atmosphere, proper pub, what else do want, must visit

Stunning views, nicely refurbished and worth a visit. I only went for a drink and sat outside looking over fields and sea to Holyhead mountain. Beautiful.

Visited this pub when the locals had an auction night to auction off prizes that had been donated by local people and businesses to raise funds to help the Air Ambulance for Anglesey good atmosphere would recommend

After a mental summer working shows tours and events Mrs Toke and I decided to escape to Anglesey to decompress. We visited our friends who live in Amlwch (pronounced Amluck). We went to visit the only working windmill in Anglesey and it was closed. We then went to Church Bay to the Church Bay Inn, it's ace. The landlady was friendly and our Lurcher Benson was welcomed with us. A great choice of beers and ciders and mahoosive South facing windows looking out at Hollyhead bay. The sun garden is just as lush but the wind was strong today so we only went outside for a tab then back inside the lovely warm scenic lounge bar. We then went down to Church Bay to see the sea, a lovely day and a great sundowner bar.

Don’t judge this book by its cover. Park in the car park and follow the path to the rear and you’ll find a great pub with a warm welcome and amazing sea views. We stayed in one of the recently renovated rooms which was just lovely. Spotlessly clean and comfy, we would not hesitate to stay again. The breakfast was first class and nothing too much trouble. If you’re looking to stay overnight in this beautiful part of Anglesey, look no further.

always a welcome and a pint of snowdonia. probably an undiscovered charm with amazing views over the sea to Holyhead Harbour. new beer garden to take advantage of the vies.

Very friendly and very nicely refurbished recently. Stayed for two nights, breakfast was great and very well looked after by the owner. Thank you

Been coming to Church Bay now for 4 years but never ventured into the pub, but this time decided too. It looks like it’s had a major refurbishment. The B & B rooms our lovely and look really well presented.WiFi is a must for this little village as mobile phone signal is very scarce and the WiFi provided by this pub is exceptional.They also have open mic nights and hold a quiz but couldn’t remember what nights!!If you like views this is the place to come

We stayed for 1 night in September and loved it. The room was beautifully decorated with lots of nice little touches - proper coffee machine, magazines, comfortable chairs overlooking the amazing sea view, fab shower/towels/toiletries etc. All very welcome after a long day walking. Sat outside for a drink and then were invited to join the locals for the quiz in the evening. Great nights sleep followed by a good breakfast. The owner has obviously worked hard to get this place looking so nice. Hope she gets the restaurant up and running soon but well worth a stay or even just a visit for a drink. Definitely one of our favourite stays on Anglesey and hope to go back one day.

We were staying at the site at the bottom of the hill, so had walked up it..(gasp..) to grab a couple of drinks and enjoy the reputed magnificent views across the bay and sunset.Its position is enviable! Perched imposingly high it has incredible perspective and viewpoint...And thats the issue really..this COULD be such an amazing pub and resturant if only investment was made to refurbish it. I have to be honest however and say that the furnishings and presentation is one of neglect and tiredness. it just looked totally worn out.We were told before we visited (I phoned first as their opening times are erratic and seem open to guesswork) that they were not doing food at the moment. One can only guess at the loss of custom were this place to serve good quality as is seen at the nearby Lobster Pot. Its a goldmine in the making with the right investment.The lady behind the bar was friendly and polite enough to be fair- and served me a really nice pint of well kept bitter. I was surprised at the number of people in the small bar so early in the evening such that no comfortable seating was available so took my drink to the patio to enjoy those views.The wind had kicked up though and it was so cool getting that I decided not to remain for further drinks.There was nothing obviously awful about this place dont get me wrong...its just that it didnt have that intangible "feel" that sometimes you experience when going in a new pub and and that makes you want to stay. Maybe a visit in the future will see it in a refurbished state and in happier times?

Visited here twice and love the views Th smell of drains hits you when you walk in and is quite strong in the ladies toilets But for the views when sat outside it doesn't bother us, few locals at the bar who were very friendly Lager is well chilled however first time my glass had mould round the bottom and up the side.i did mention this when we took the glasses back and was very surprised when we went in again my glass had mould in the bottom again put us off going again sadly

It may look lovely from pictures but this place needs a serious referb and ALOT of attention. My partner, family and I visit Church Bay ALOT and always said we'd love to pop in for a drink at some point but never had the time. This week my partner and I paid a visit. We were greeted by a run down place, paint coming off on the outside, junk dumped to the right of the house, personal washing out, wasps EVERYWHERE, dirty windows and mismatched furniature. But that didnt put us off. My partner went to order us some drinks whilst i stayed outside with the dogs. Whilst ordering drinks she asked if we could plug our phones in and leave them there whilst we were outside (she only asked out of politeness as the plugs are there free to use for people sat inside... she didnt expect her to watch them or anything) the lady was very abrupt and rude to her and snapped *one?* she said *no two* she said *FINE FOR HALF AN HOUR ONLY* before my partner could say... we are happy to pay she snapped again *HALF AN HOUR ONLY OK!?!*. She then ordered our drinks and my glass was so dirty it completely put me off. It just made the stay awkward so when the half an hour came we just wanted to get out. We looked through the dirty windows and from what we could see the rooms werent much good either. Id recommend travelling to the lovely irish pub just across from the premier. They were lovely and we charged our phones and didn't want to leave to ended up having a bit of lunch and a couple more drinks there... maybe they need a bit of customer service tips from them and they might earn a bit more money from people! If it wasnt for what seemed like a wasp nest around the place the views are lovely.

Every week day about 5pm, a handful of local men come in for a pint or two with the lads before they head home. They sit by the roaring coal fire and joke and laugh together in Welsh. When they arrive, they say hello to the entire pub and when they leave it’s the same, even if they don’t know you. The woman behind the bar is friendly and if you come back more than once, she remembers your drink.

After arriving just in time for a meal in the early evening was told in no uncertain terms that no food was being served. We had ordered a pot of tea for two and decided to leave after the tea as we needed to find somewhere else to eat, price for the pot of tea £5.20! It may have the views but did not feel welcoming, not quite what we expected to say the least.

Visited church bay, went for a drink here....felt as if we were inconveniencing the landlady by turning up??? Found the place to be absolutely filthy, it's only saving grace was the view, and the lovely friendly local patrons... Such a shame

Popped in for a drink whilst staying in the area. Nice views and found the staff and locals friendly.

We stayed in a Cottage a few hundred yards from the Church Bay Inn during August and made the stroll up the steep hill several times to enjoy the superb views from the Beer Garden. Enjoyed our visits very much but wish they did food, we were told that they would be selling food in the near future.

Spent a couple of days at the Church Bay Inn in a single room, all the bedroom have been completely refurbished (I peeked into the vacant doubles) to a beautiful high standard, and were spotlessly clean, with a super breakfast overlooking the stunning views of Holyhead harbour & mountain. The hostess Ms Murphy made me very welcome and I can recommend the black stuff from the bar.

I had a couple of Snowdonia ales here with some friends on August Bank Holiday Monday. The ale was very refreshing after an afternoon at the beach and the pub had some very friendly locals drinking at the bar. Would definitely visit again.

The bedrooms have just been refurbished, very stylish, very tasteful and very clean. Bathrooms are superb. Magnificent views and recommend Room 2 with 3 windows overlooking Holyhead port. A real surprise to find such designer bedrooms and dining room. Hopefully the Bar next. Highly recommend the breakfast if you want a feast.

Esperaba conseguir un qick almorzar pero no se sirve comida.

Good Pub. Good Beer. Good Staff. Absolutely Great Views. Spent a very long time out in the beer garden looking out at the view contemplating the haste and stress of modern life.

Me dijeron por la familia compañeros de vw que encontramos en Llanberis, fue que entre los lugares a visitar en Anglesey fue Iglesia Bahía y que si bebimos en la Iglesia Bay Inn nos pueda pasar la noche, que no! ! ! Encantador pub, con fantásticas vistas sobre la bahía de la montaña holyhead, muy acogedor, casera y muy amable y gente bastante excéntrico y encima de todo. . Gran Guinness! !

We stayed at the church bay inn with a brit stops listing and would never stay there again the landlady was so rude and miserable and she obviously did not want us there when I phoned I asked could we stop there she answered yes but you must buy a drink so when we arrived we went in and purchased a drink for us both she seemed shocked when we left after only one drink and gave us both a nasty look as we left, in the morning I wanted to dispose of a bottle so put it in a bin that was for glass the landlady came running over the car park saying you can't put that there take your rubbish home with you ( she should never be a landlady horrible person).

Es una pena parece cerrada desde el aparcamiento, ya que una vez te metes en bajar las escaleras al bar es un pub

Followed the signs off the main road, pulled into the car park but think it may have shut down as just looks like a house, nothing telling you if open, closed.

Looks out over the coast and holyhead. Very pleasant and dog friendly garden if the weather is good.

Went first one afternoon. After the wall up the hill we sat and enjoyed a cool cider on the patio, where the views were absolutely amazing ! The sun was shining too which really helped. Got chatting to the locals who were really friendly and shared their knowledge of places to eat etc. Met Nathan who was great too, lovely and down to earth chap. We then went the next evening as it was the first Thursday of the month,so locals gather and play instruments and sing.What an amazing atmosphere !!loved it and will definitely be back at Christmas time. Thanks to the landlady too for me being so warm n welcoming X wish it was our local !

Visited a few times,in the week,when we were staying locally.loads of parking,and out of this world views from the patio areano food,when we visited,but plans afoot for the future.i found it friendly enough,and will be visiting again.loved it

Lovely pub, lots of parking, amazing views, friendly landlady and welcomed by the locals.No food but they have plans to in the future.

Doesn't do food, but you can get a great pint. Just sit and take in the stunning views of Church Bay and Holyhead beyond, or chat to the friendly locals and have a good laugh. Nothing seems too much trouble for the landlady.

After a long walk on the beach turned into a short walk on the beach due to the severe rainfall we decided to have a couple of drinks in the pub as we were staying close by. We huddled by the fire to dry off as our clothes were soaking wet, when a local began to be very rude about us blocking, instead of the landlady politely asking us to move (which we would of done if we had been asked) she joined in and said "can you move, there are other people that want to get the heat from the fire" Which we found to be rather rude and made us feel very unwelcome. We we made a swift exit, you've lost 6 polite good paying customers and we will not be returning.

The venue had stunning views, plenty of parking and seemed ideal. 3 pm on a Saturday time for A quick half......opens at 5

Upon arriving at the pub there was lots of parking. As we entered the pub we were greeted by the landlady Patricia who was helpful with our enquiries. The pub isn't currently doing food as the restaurant is being refurbed. Patricia gave us the WiFi password and advised us of a nearby restaurant. We had a few drinks and found the locals friendly especially showing me where the bathroom was! The pub has amazing views and a lovely beer garden which has great views.

Whilst staying near Moelfre we decided on a day out in Church Bay after hearing what a lovely place it was. It's true, it's a beautiful setting in a remote and wild area.It was late in the day when we arrived so after what was only a quick look round we thought we would have something to eat in the local pub.After entering it was obvious they weren't doing food but decided we would have a drink anyway. We were not too disappointed as we could get something elsewhere later but as tourists we were disappointed by the way we were treated by the locals.We were not made to feel welcome at all. There were only three or four other customers in the pub, it was so quiet, but they were obviously locals. Despite smiling and nodding at a man at the bar l was glared at and revieved no response. No acknowledgement either from the others, just stares in our direction and mutters between themselves.We took our drinks outside and left them to it.Like many other establishments on Anglesey (many closed down) this pub seems to be struggling for custom but if this is the way they treat tourists it's not surprising. If this pub closes down there won't be much left in Church Bay and nowhere for the locals to socialise. Such a shame.l have to say though the barmaid was very pleasant and went out of her way to speak to us when she came outside for glasses.

If you are in the area on the first Thursday of the month, you MUST attend the Open Mike Folk Night !!All welcome - starts about 8.30 until 11.30 - bring an instrument if you play one, or just rattle a tin of beads ! Singers welcome, too. Great fun, and a lovely atmosphere - ENJOY !!!

We were staying locally and looking for places to eat in the evenings. Having been to Church Bay during the day (which is a beautiful spot) and spotted the pub we thought it would be nice for an evening meal.On closer inspection first impressions are not good, we weren't even sure it was open as it looked so shabby but we ventured inside. You have to go down stairs to the main bar area which was small and dated.We could have lived with all of this if they were doing food but unfortunately they weren't. I don't know whether we were unlucky or whether they just don't do it - either way, be aware of this before making a longer trip, as we did.Having taken note of the previous review, I would say that stunning views are no guarantee of good food! We discovered this to our cost!This place could really be something special and it seems to me at the moment like an opportunity lost.

This pub is starting up a food menu which will be fantastic as the views are superb! I cannot wait till summer meals over looking the ocean