The day will begin with an initial meeting point at 9:00am at Coed Cyrnol Car Park, before the group walks to the Rib Ride Centre.

At 9:30am, the Baton will take to the water aboard a Rib Ride adventure, featuring a host of Anglesey sporting stars. These include former Commonwealth Games champions, national rugby players, GB athletes and a World Cup winner, celebrating the island’s rich sporting heritage. The boat journey will run until approximately 10:15am, offering a spectacular perspective of the Menai Strait.

At 10:15am, Ray Williams, marking 40 years since winning Commonwealth gold at the 1986 Edinburgh Games, will lead the ceremonial handover from the Rib Ride to the next baton bearer outside Dylans.

The Baton will then be carried on foot between 10:20am and 10:30am to a photo opportunity beneath the iconic Menai Suspension Bridge, with Anglesey sporting stars alternating as baton bearers.

A dedicated photo opportunity will take place from 10:30am to 10:50am, with the Menai Bridge providing a stunning backdrop.

From 10:50am to 11:30am, a guided nature walk led by y Môr a Ni and North Wales Wildlife Trust will take place through Coed Cyrnol, featuring representation from Canolfan and special appearance from S4C’s Rownd a Rownd cast and crew, including actor Gethin Bickerton. The walk will conclude at Menai Bridge Town Council building at 11.20am.

The team will depart Menai Bridge at approximately 11:40am.

The relay will then travel to the north of the island, arriving at Trearddur Bay for 12:20pm, where it will form part of a vibrant community event.

From 12:30pm to 1:10pm, the Baton will be at the heart of a RNLI Swim Safe event, alongside a beach clean and rockpooling activities led by Y Môr a Ni and North Wales Wildlife Trust. A baton bearers’ parade will take place along the promenade and beach, featuring Anglesey’s Gold Young Ambassadors who are actively involved in schools, clubs and community sport across the island.

The event will also include:

  • A RAF flypast at 1:30pm
  • A beach clean supported by AONB and Menter Môn
  • Rockpooling activities led by Môr a Ni and North Wales Wildlife Trust

At 1:10pm, an RNLI crew member will carry the Baton onto an RNLI boat, symbolising the vital role of maritime safety services, before departing to sea until 1:40pm.

The Team Wales group will depart Trearddur Bay between 1:40pm and 1:45pm.

The final stop of the day will be a visit to Ysgol Y Bont, a local special school, from 2:15pm to 3:00pm.

Students and staff will have the opportunity to engage with the Baton alongside Gwen y Ddraig, the Team Wales mascot, and Môn Actif mascots Dai and Dwynwen, in an inclusive and celebratory environment that highlights the importance of accessibility and inspiration in sport.

Rebecca Edwards-Symmons, CEO of Team Wales, said:

“Day 5 of the King’s Baton Relay perfectly captures what sport means to communities across Wales. From the waters of the Menai Strait to the shores of Trearddur Bay and into the heart of Ysgol Y Bont, we are celebrating not only our incredible landscapes but the people who bring sport to life every day. This journey is about connection, inspiration and ensuring that everyone, regardless of background or ability, feels part of Team Wales.”

Barry John Edwards, Môn Actif Locality & Sports Development Manager, added:

“The King’s Baton Relay is about creating memorable moments and connecting people to the excitement of the Commonwealth Games, and we are grateful to Team Wales for the incredible work that has taken place across the country. This is an extremely proud moment for Anglesey as we host the penultimate Welsh leg of the relay. The visit celebrates the 200th anniversary of the Menai Suspension Bridge and showcases some of Anglesey’s most talented athletes, including Commonwealth gold medallists and a World Cup winner. The relay also aligns closely with Môn Actif’s Swim Safe programme and the invaluable work of the RNLI and AONB teams in keeping our coastlines safe and clean.”