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We swapped city life for a tiny island with more sheep than people

We swapped city life for a tiny island with more sheep than people

Summary

A young couple from Cardiff has moved to live full-time on Bardsey Island, a small island in Wales with only four people living there year-round. They manage the island’s houses, grow their own food, and work to maintain sustainable living while enjoying the natural environment.

Key Facts

  • Bardsey Island, also called Ynys Enlli, is located in Gwynedd, Wales.
  • The island has just four permanent human residents.
  • It has more sheep than people, with about 200 sheep living there.
  • The island was certified in 2023 as an International Dark Sky Sanctuary for its excellent night skies.
  • Lois Roberts and Aron Llwyd worked as seasonal assistant wardens before becoming full-time wardens in March 2026.
  • They maintain visitor houses, prepare for guests, and perform tasks like painting, cleaning, and gardening.
  • The couple grow their own food and catch seafood like crab and lobster.
  • They are working to add more solar power to support sustainable living on the island.
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