Spring has definitely arrived at the Holyhead Breakwater Country Park. Carpets of Lesser Celandine are the first thing you’ll see as you walk the Coastal Path on the Rocky Coast but if you look closely you may also find some Dog Violets in between the golden yellow flowers. The purple flowers of the Spring Squill are starting to show themselves on the coast which will soon be followed by the pink of the Thrift.
Both these plants are typical of coastal areas in the west of the UK.
Along the hedgerows you will start to find Red Campion, Herb Robert with the yellow flowers of the Gorse dominating everywhere else.
Many birds have returned to the area in the last few weeks. Swallows can be seen above the lake feeding on the many small recently hatched insects whilst small numbers of willow warblers can be seen darting from bush to bush. Stonechats are now more common on the Rocky Coast and heathland area along with Wheatears and Linnets. Oystercatchers and Cormorants can be seen along the coast whilst Choughs and Peregrine Falcons are spotted above the cliffs. You may also be lucky enough to see a Little Owl as you wander around the Park. On the lakes and ponds the Mallard Ducks and Moorhens are easily seen along with odd Heron.
When visiting the park during the winter and early spring months, please take note of weather forecasts and prepare for all kinds of weather.