More than 4,000 young people on Anglesey took part in sport and leisure activities on the island during the May half-term holiday.

The sports village at the Urdd National Eisteddfod in Mona was a key highlight of Môn Actif's programme of events during the week.

Away from the Maes, other activities attracted strong levels of paticipation including:

• A biking event and community festival at Y Parc in partnership with Holyhead Town Council.
• A Streetplay event in Pencraig delivered alongside Anglesey Council's childcare and play teams.
• A community camp in Amlwch Port and bike track development project in partnership with the housing service.
• A Mencap event at David Hughes Leisure Centre, Menai Bridge, in collaboration with Disability Sport Wales and Adult Services.
• Mountain Biking and Surfing Camps delivered in partnership with Pellennig.
• Community activities delivered with Rhosneigr Sports Club, Plas Newydd, RAF Valley and Bodorgan Village Hall.

Môn Actif, the council-run leisure servce, said the May half-term programme reflects its ongoing commitment to provide more opportunities for individuals and families to be active and engaged in their community.

Barry Edwards, sports development manager, said: "I would like to extend my sincere thanks to all Môn Actif staff, coaches, volunteers and partner organisations who once again went above and beyond to deliver such a wide-ranging and successful programme."

"The quality of partnership working and collaboration across the Island has been exceptional and demonstrates what can be achieved when organisations work together towards a common goal."

"A special thank you must also go to the thousands of children and young people who took part in the activities. Their enthusiasm, energy and willingness to get involved is what makes these programmes such a success."

"We are proud to provide opportunities that help young people stay active, make new friends and enjoy positive experiences within their communities."

Attention is now turning to the summer holidays with planning already underway for further events and activities, along with the continued development of weekly activities for children and young people.

There's a particular focus on increasing opportunities for under 5s and strengthening support alongside key partners such as StreetGames, the Betsi Cadwaladr health board, family support services, Actif North Wales and Sport Wales.

Cllr Alun Roberts, who holds the leisure portfolio for Anglesey Council, added: "The work delivered by Môn Actif and its partners over the half-term period demonstrates the positive impact that sport, play and physical activity can have on the lives of children, young people and families across Anglesey."

"These activities directly support the ambitions set out in the Môn Actif Strategic Plan 2024-2029 by creating opportunities for people to lead healthier, happier and more active lives."

"The health and wellbeing benefits of participating in leisure activities cannot be underestimated. Being physically active helps people live healthy and fulfilling lives, reduces the risk of major illnesses, boosts self-esteem and supports positive mental wellbeing."

"I would like to thank everyone involved in making this programme such a success and look forward to seeing this important work continue throughout the summer and beyond."