{"id":810,"date":"2020-07-02T14:06:18","date_gmt":"2020-07-02T13:06:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/toursofwales.co.uk\/wandering-bard\/?p=810"},"modified":"2020-07-02T14:06:21","modified_gmt":"2020-07-02T13:06:21","slug":"the-definitive-guide-to-beaches-in-gower-youll-find-some-of-britains-best-beaches-in-the-beautiful-gower-from-wales-online","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/toursofwales.co.uk\/wandering-bard\/the-definitive-guide-to-beaches-in-gower-youll-find-some-of-britains-best-beaches-in-the-beautiful-gower-from-wales-online\/","title":{"rendered":"The definitive guide to beaches in Gower You’ll find some of Britain’s best beaches in the beautiful Gower from Wales Online"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

You’ll find some of Britain’s best beaches in the beautiful Gower<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Welsh beaches are among the best in the world and the area in and around Gower<\/a> has some of the finest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to explore the area around the Gower we’ve compiled the ultimate guide to the beaches in the area, with information on key facilities like food options, parking and toilets.ADVERTISINGAds by Teads<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So if you need to know where’s best to take the family swimming, play games on the beach or take a walk along the coast then our guide to the bays and coves in Gower<\/a> will help you on your way when you set out to explore our magnificent coastal scenery<\/a> .Mapped: The definitive guide to beaches in Gower<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Brandy Cove Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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What’s it like?<\/strong> To get to it, you’ll have to walk along the cliff path, but once there you’ll be rewarded with stunning views from a secluded beach. Dogs are not allowed on the beach from May 1 to September 30.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Walkers and adventurous sightseers<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking?<\/strong> No<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food?<\/strong> No<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toilets?<\/strong> No<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Broughton Bay Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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What’s it like?<\/strong> More remote than most of the beaches in the area, with no family-friendly facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Watersports. Dogs are allowed all year<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking?<\/strong> Yes, around 440m away<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food?<\/strong> No<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toilets?<\/strong> No<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Caswell Bay Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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What’s it like?<\/strong> The beach holds both a Blue Flag and Seaside award and is a popular spot for both families and watersport enthusiasts. A lifeguard is on patrol from May to September. Dogs are not allowed on the beach from May 1 to September 30<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best for<\/strong> : Family fun and watersports, especially surfing<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking?<\/strong> Yes, around 100m away<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food?<\/strong> Yes, around 100m away<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toilets?<\/strong> Yes<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Crawley Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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(Image: City and County of Swansea)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What’s it like?<\/strong> A small, secluded, sandy beach accessible via a footpath or through woods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Visitors looking for privacy, and dog walkers. Dogs are allowed all year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking?<\/strong> No<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food?<\/strong> No<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toilets?<\/strong> No<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Horton Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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(Image: Flickr\/Andy Roberts)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What’s it like?<\/strong> A beach that’s ideal for families. Dogs are allowed but there are access restrictions on some parts of the beach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Family fun and watersports. There is an on-duty lifeguard from May to September<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking?<\/strong> Yes, around 100m away<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food?<\/strong> Yes, around 400m away<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toilets?<\/strong> Yes<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Langland Bay Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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What’s it like?<\/strong> With both Blue Flag and Seaside Awards this beach is ideal for families and offers good facilities, including a lifeguard from May to September. Dogs are not allowed on the beach from May 1 to September 30.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best for<\/strong> : Family fun and watersports<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking?<\/strong> Yes, around 100m away<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food?<\/strong> Yes, around 100m away<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toilets?<\/strong> Yes<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Llangennith Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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(Image: City and County of Swansea)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What’s it like?<\/strong> A great, family-friendly beach that also welcomes dogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best for<\/strong> : Watersports, especially surfing – but watch out for underwater shipwrecks<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking?<\/strong> Yes, around 200m away<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food?<\/strong> Yes, around 200m away<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toilets?<\/strong> Yes<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mewslade Bay Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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(Image: Flickr\/Creative Commons\/Carol Smith)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What’s it like?<\/strong> You’ll find great views from the beach which is nestled at the bottom of a small valley. There is no lifeguard but dogs are allowed all year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Taking in the scenery and views<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking?<\/strong> Yes, around 400m away<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food?<\/strong> No<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toilets?<\/strong> No<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nicholaston Burrows<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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(Image: Flickr\/Dave Griffiths)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What’s it like?<\/strong> Isolated from the busier but nearby Oxwich Bay, the burrows offer sand, scenery, sand dunes and lots of space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Taking in the views and relaxation<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking:<\/strong> Yes, but it’s a 20-minute walk from the parking areas to the beach<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food?<\/strong> No. The nearest is in Oxwich Bay<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toilets?<\/strong> No. The nearest is in Oxwich Bay<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oxwich Bay<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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(Image: City and County of Swansea)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What’s it like?<\/strong> A popular destination for families and watersport enthusiasts with lots of space for both. The lovely beach backs on to sand dunes. It can get very busy in the summer months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Swimming and watersports<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking:<\/strong> Yes<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food?<\/strong> Yes<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toilets<\/strong> ? Yes<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pobbles Bay Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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What’s it like?<\/strong> You can walk up to the top of the cliffs surrounding the beach for some great views of the coastline. The beach itself has no facilities but the by is popular. Dogs are allowed all year round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Walkers, with or without dogs<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking?<\/strong> No<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food?<\/strong> No<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toilets?<\/strong> No<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Port Eynon Bay Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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(Image: Andrew Bennett\/Flickr)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What’s it like?<\/strong> An award-winning sandy beach that has been given a Blue Flag and Seaside Award. Dogs are allowed but there are access restrictions on some parts of the beach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Watersports and family fun. There is an on-duty lifeguard from May to September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking?<\/strong> Yes, around 100m away<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food?<\/strong> Available at Port Eynon<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toilets?<\/strong> Yes<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pwll Du Bay Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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What’s it like?<\/strong> Access to the pebbly beach is via three footpaths so this is one for the more intrepid visitor who doesn’t mind walking on rough terrain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Watersports. Dogs are allowed all year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking?<\/strong> No<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food?<\/strong> No<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toilets?<\/strong> No<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rhossili, National Trust<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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What’s it like?<\/strong> A world-class beach that was voted Wales best beach<\/a> and boasting three miles of sandy shoreline. You can see Gower\u2019s best-known wreck, Helvetia, which was driven onto the beach in a gale in 1887. There’s also a National Trust shop selling gifts and treats and a Visitor Centre with exhibitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Watersports – especially surfing, building sandcastles, and taking in the stunning views. You may even spot a dolphin or seal. It’s also part of the Gower Coast Path and is great for walkers. Dogs are allowed all year round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking?<\/strong> Yes. It’s free to National Trust members, otherwise charges apply. The car park is patrolled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food?<\/strong> Yes, around 100m away<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toilets?<\/strong> Yes<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rotherslade Bay Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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(Image: Flickr\/TruTourism)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What’s it like?<\/strong> This small and sandy stretch of beach has been awarded both Blue Flag and Seaside Awards. Dogs are not allowed May-September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> A spot of sunbathing or a picnic. There is no lifeguard on the beach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking?<\/strong> No, but it is close to Langland Bay, where parking is available<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food?<\/strong> Yes, around 100m away<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toilets?<\/strong> Yes<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Three Cliffs Bay Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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What’s it like?<\/strong> A picturesque beach with sandy dunes and salt marshes and the three limestone cliffs that gives it its name. Swimming and watersports are not recommended because of the strong currents and tides in the area, but there are lifeguards in the Easter and summer holidays and summer weekends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best for<\/strong> : Having a picnic and taking in the magnificent views. Also great for dog walking as they are allowed on the beach all year<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking?<\/strong> Yes, around 400m away. You may have to walk through rough terrain to get from the car park to the beach<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food?<\/strong> No. The nearest food outlets are in Pennard or Parkmill<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toilets?<\/strong> Yes, at the nearby Holiday Park<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tor Bay Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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(Image: City and County of Swansea)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What’s it like?<\/strong> To get to Tor Bay you’ll need to walk along a clifftop path, but once there, you’ll find a sandy, sheltered beach. There is no lifeguard service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Taking in the scenery or exploring the headland<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking?<\/strong> Yes, around 400m away<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food?<\/strong> No<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toilets?<\/strong> No<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whiteford Sands<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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What’s it like?<\/strong> A beach of around two miles, at the edge of the Loughor Estuary. There’s an old cast-iron lighthouse at the end of Whiteford Point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Birdwatching and nature walks<\/a>76516486337<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking?<\/strong> At Cwm Ivy<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food?<\/strong> No<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toilets?<\/strong> No<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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