Henborth is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (or SSSI) in Anglesey, North Wales. It has been designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest since October 1989 in an attempt to protect its fragile geological elements.[1] The site has an area of 10.96 hectares and is managed by Natural Resources Wales.

Henborth
Site of Special Scientific Interest
Henborth is located in Wales
Henborth
Location within Wales
LocationWest Gwynedd
Grid referenceSH3205393118
Coordinates53°24′29″N 4°31′41″W / 53.408075°N 4.5280616°W / 53.408075; -4.5280616
InterestGeological
Area10.96 ha
Notification1989

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This site is designated due to its geological qualities. In Wales, geological sites range from quarries to rocky outcrops and massive sea-cliffs. 30% of SSSIs in Wales are notified for geological and geomorphological features.

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