Top of the Hill — Attraction in Great Britain

Swansea Bay has the longest single dune system in Europe, you can see it all from Kilvey, from Sker Point in the distant east to Mumbles Head, five miles to the west, with its distinctive double bump.

The city’s East docks dominate the view, then the commercial centre further west, and the other great hills that back the bay. Unlike Kilvey, they are largely covered in housing. Kilvey alone remains wild and wooded despite its proximity to the suburbs that wash up against its flanks.

The viewing point is much neglected, a sea of broken glass litters the ground, along with the remains of impromptu campfires. The paths off the steep scarped front of the hill have been chewed up by trial bikes, rendering them extremely rough underfoot.

I pedalled up on a bike, starting from the stadium, the track up past the communication towers is solid. A dismount and walk down to DanyBeacon, followed by a steep and one way defying descent to the lights at the...

Kilvey Hill is really beautiful. Lots of outstanding views and the trails are really nice. There are trails for mountain biking too. There is an art trail made by the community some years ago, and many little structures to uncover. It's a huge contrast to the city- the hill is unspoilt and everyone in the community can use it. It's like a breath of fresh air in a dust storm ❤️ Everyone coming to Swansea should try to visit because there's a lot to appreciate. Hopefully the Skyline development doesn't pass because it would be devastating, there's no profit to be made by...

Beautiful, but needs work and upkeep. I'm not sure if Skyline is the project that should make this happen, but if would be great if there was some development and better management of that hill in general (such as better management of the gorse, brambles and knotweed).

16/05/2025 - still beautiful views, but still poorly managed. Look at all the rubbish. What a shame. Tried to clear more bramble and knotweed, but one man and his shears will not keep the...