Mumbles Lighthouse
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We have lived in Swansea for years without ever visiting the light house. This is mainly because of tides and weather. You can only visit the lighthouse via the causeway at Low tide. You access this from the pier side of the island chain. You need decent footwear as it is rocky with barnacles which will cut unprotected feet. There is an old lighthouse keeper path but this is in ruin and covers only part of the distance. The views are stunning from the lighthouse island and lots to explore. Some of the outbuildings are unstable so be careful with children who like to climb. The causeway closes really quickly so keep a watchful eye. If it is good weather you can swim it otherwise it's a 12 hour wait or a coast guard rescue. Currents are strong on the causeway when closed so bear this is mind.
Matthew ArmstrongMatthew Armstrong
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Mumbles Lighthouse, completed in 1794, is a lighthouse located in Mumbles, near Swansea. At low tide, you can visit the lighthouse, but you must be careful not to become trapped on the Island by the incoming tide and require rescue. In 1995 the lighthouse was converted to solar powered operation. The station was re-engineered in 2017, which included the installation of LED lanterns, upgrades to the solar system and the replacement of all control and monitoring electronics.
Svitlana LysytskaSvitlana Lysytska
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No public access, however the beach and cliffs are accessible and well worth the 90 minute walk. Or you can do the circular beach walk with the first part on the high cliffs through the countryside and look down/ over the scenes. It's well away from the cliff and it's a moderate to hard walk. Then it leads down past the campsite and cafe, down to the beach which is a stunning wide beach walk. Distance 3 miles.
Tee MTee M
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Stunning beach and views. We spent the day on the beach and when the tide was out we walk over the rocks to the island and wandered around there for a couple of hours which the kids loved. We will be going back next year but will be parking closer this time as the closes carpark has plenty of spaces.
Phil StylesPhil Styles
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Situated on the mumbles peninsular the light house is an iconic sight for Swansea. Set within the rugged coastline this is an awe inspiring place to visit throughout the year. The building is steeped in history and for decades people have visited the site to learn about it. Love it ❤️
Jason ParkerJason Parker
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The Lighthouse was completed in 1794 and it is in amazing condition considering the age. To get to the pier is very tricky as it is very rocky and slippy. Above all else you have to watch the tides because you can easily get cut off. Amazing place though and well worth visiting.
Chris BennettChris Bennett
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Mumbles, Swansea SA3 4EN, United Kingdom
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trinityhouse.co.uk
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Mumbles Lighthouse, completed in 1794, is a lighthouse located in Mumbles, near Swansea. The structure, which sits on the outer of two islands off Mumbles Head, is clearly visible from any point along the five mile sweep of Swansea Bay.
attractions: Mumbles Pier, Bracelet Bay, Limeslade Bay, Mumbles Hill Local Nature Reserve, restaurants: The Lighthouse Bar & Kitchen And Lounge, Copperfish Cafe, Restaurant and Takeaway, Beach Hut Cafe, ROK Mumbles, On The Rocks
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