Gower National Landscape — Attraction in Wales

Top ten places on Gower; Langland Bay; surfers paradise, rich enclave with dining options. Cars and loos. Caswell Bay; all kinds of wonderful. Cars and loos. Cafe and Surf school. Three Cliffs Bay; eye candy, 20 minutes minimum on foot. No loos, amazing winter sunsets. Oxwich to Nicholaston Burrows. Who let the jet skis in, paradise lost. V fancy dining. Cars and loos. Overton to Mewslade cliffs. One dazzling view after another on this rocky promenade. Remote. Mewslade and Fall Bay; the hidden jewels of Gower, lovely walks into both. Completely tidal beaches. Worms Head and Rhosilli Bay; this feels like the edge of the world. Time your visit and go to the tip. Cars and loos. Decent pub. Whiteford Burrows and Cwm Ivy; several miles of wild white sand and an intriguing lighthouse. Boots on. Twitcher territory. The Marsh Road Crofty to Llanrhidian. Tidal salt marsh, better by foot or bike. Pubs at the west end. Cefn Bryn; the 200 metre high point. Walk up through the woods from Parc Le Breos for an atmospheric hike, or park on the Reynoldston Road for maximum laziness.

So what else is there that didn’t make the top ten? Ancient monuments; forts at The Knave, atop Llanmadoc Down Ann on Spaniards Rock, a burial barrow in Parc Le Breos. Medieval castles at Weobley, Oxwich and Pennard. WWII air defence on Thistleboon and Rhosilli Down. Woodland Walks; Ilston Cwm, Gelli Hir, Bishopswood. Hills and Viewpoints; Welshmoor, Llanmadoc Down, High Pennard. Other beaches; Brandy Cove (a tiny inlet), Pwll Du (feels remote), Tor Bay (the east end of Oxwich), Horton (really should be in the top ten),...

Gower is indeed outstanding except for one 'outstanding' feature that needs to be sorted: car parking.

You simply can't take a family onto Gower without a car (yes you can cycle or take a bus, but not carrying anything of consequence). The prices charged by Swansea Council are a disgrace, and that by Oxwich (Penrice) more so. Worse is that during Covid the NT and/or the council decided to remove or block various view point locations which were especially important for disabled and elderly people. There are better ways to stop selfish overnight campers and off-roaders than removing all parking options, including making facilities and overnight charging options specifically for them.

So, it is great, but with something of large caveat.

Dogs can be a problem but generally it is OK on Gower - not like the situation in neighbouring Carmarthenshire were loose dogs are a blight (but car parks are cheaper!).

Toilets are OK at Port Eynon and Rhosili but a well known...

Visitors to Arthur's Stone will be struck by the sheer size and scale of the monument. The stone weighs approximately 25 tons and is made up of several massive slabs of stone that have been carefully placed together to form the chamber. The impressive engineering and construction techniques used to build the monument are a testament to the skill and ingenuity of the Neolithic people who created it.

In addition to its historical significance, Arthur's Stone is also set in a beautiful and tranquil location. The stone is surrounded by rolling hills and offers stunning views of the Welsh countryside. Visitors can take a peaceful stroll around the area and enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape.

Overall, Arthur's Stone is a must-see destination for anyone interested in ancient history or Welsh folklore. Its historical significance and mythical associations make it a unique and intriguing site that is sure to leave a lasting impression...