Book Now

Surf Point (Sausage Castle)

driftwood logo in white

Adventure is waiting on the doorstep

Experience all Anglesey has to offer from beautiful Rhosneigr

Book now

Surf Point (Sausage Castle)

Built between 1906 and 1908, Surf Point is known colloquially as Sausage Castle – having been built for the sausage manufacturer C.H. Palethorpe of Palethorpe’s which, at the turn of the 20th century, claimed to be the largest producer of sausages in the world. The Grade II listed building is a castellated ‘folly’ designed to resemble a sandcastle, and represents a shift for the village of Rhosneigr – which began to be seen as a resort destination at around the same time.

The building overlooks Traeth Crigyll and, at the border of the property and the beach, a matching crenelated sea wall – also Grade II listed – was constructed to complement Surf Point itself. While the property cannot be visited, it is a prominent landmark and, along with its sea wall, is among the most photographed places in the village.

drone captured image of rhosneigr from the air with blue sand dunes in the foreground

Where is it?

Located at the coast, overlooking Traeth Crigyll, Surf Point can only be reached via a single track lane off the A4080, Station Road. However, the best view of the landmark is from the beach – and the best place on the beach can be reached in just a few minutes from The Surf Café.

A sign pointing people to the direction of the Isle of Anglesey Coastal Path in North Wales, UK

Opening times

Accessible year round
The building is not open to the public, but can be seen from the beach year round.

Surf-point-sausage-castle

THE LATEST FROM THE TEAM AT DRIFTWOOD

Weekend Itinerary for a Solo Traveler in Rhosneigr

a female solo traveller on the beach in Rhosneir, North Wales

Discover the ultimate solo escape to North Wales with a stay at Driftwood, a boutique guest house in Rhosneigr. Relax, explore, and enjoy coastal adventures.

Continue Reading…

Dream January Escape to Wales

hello january written on scrabble tiles.

tart 2025 with a tranquil escape at Driftwood in Rhosneigr, Anglesey. Enjoy peaceful beaches, cosy rooms, and local cuisine, making it the perfect post-holiday retreat this January.

Continue Reading…