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Rhossili Down is a long ridge on the western tip of the Gower Penninsula. It stretches from Worms Head to Burry Holmes Island. It is a marvellous bit of high ground but only goes up to a height of 193-metres. Despite its diminuitive size, the views from its trig pointed summit are magnificent. The views down, over Worms Head, are simply world-class.

Llanmadoc Hill has fine views across towards Rhossili Down and nearby Harding's Down. With a trig point, a cairn, and an orientation table, it has a nice broad summit, which has few access paths to the the top. At 186 metres high, it is also a UK-designated P100 hill with 105 metres of prominence.

This is a lovely beach with the main feature being a large natural circular rock pool at the western end. The path going down to it is rough, and the pool is really only accessible at low tide.

Rhossili Bay is the focal point of the Gower Peninsula. It is just such an iconic destination. In the immediate vicinity, you have views of the amazing rocky peninsula of Worms Head, the sweeping panoramic view across Rhossili Bay Beach, and the nearby ridge that forms Rhossili Down with its trig pointed summit. There is a National Trust car park here for parking, bars, and cafes. The path down to the beach is good but not accessible for wheelchairs, unfortunately. On the beach itself, there is the iconic wreck of the Norwegian barque Helvetia. The remains of the wreck at low tide are simply one of the most photographed locations on Gower, and its ribbed outline resembles something akin to a dinosaur ribcage poking its way out of the sand. On the far side of this glorious three-mile beach is Burry Holmes Island, but it is only accessible at low tide. This is equally so with nearby Worms Head, which is a great adventure but one that needs due care due to its rocky nature and tidal access. This iconic tidal penninsula is only available 2.5 hours either side of low tide, and the walk will take you a minimum of two hours. Ensure you are in good physical shape to do the journey and have checked the tide times before you depart. If in doubt or for further excellent information, see Chris Knight's webpage below. https://ohwhataknight.co.uk/blog/worms-head-hike-guide WARNING: Crossing to Worms Head has resulted in injuries and drowning fatalities in the past. If you have been caught out by the tide, do not attempt to swim ashore.

Cefn Bryn at 188 metres is a UK designated ‘Hump,’ which is a hill with a 100 metres of prominence. The top is marked by a trig point with marvellous views down over Three Cliffs Bay.

The tide times for the day are posted here. Be sure to pay attention

Are you intending to do the magical coastal hike which takes you out onto the tip of the sleeping serpent that is Worms Head? If so it is essential to come here to the NCI hut for tidal & any other relevant information. Now it is important to outline that if you do intend to do this walk it is only accessible within a tidal window of 2.5 hours either side of low tide. It also involves crossing over some slippery, unstable and rocky terrain. Tackle this hike only if you are happy on such terrain and you are within the appropriate tidal schedule. I would also respectfully suggest that you do not do this hike/scramble solo. Ex-Welsh rugby international Chris Knight has an excellent video and additional information on his webpage on how to hike Worms Head: Video here: https://ohwhataknight.co.uk/blog/worms-head-hike-guide Tide information here: https://www.tidetime.org/europe/united-kingdom/swansea.htm

This unique harry potter type of witch house is an amazing must see. Nestled in a cleft in the rock it is simply a tall stone wall with no doors and just inset with a series of ill-matched windows. It was built centuries ago, and used as a shelter for domesticated pigeons and has smugglers and brigand type stories galore associated with it. It is well worth the effort to go and see it. Now it is rough underfoot there and it is only accessible between low to mid tide. To get to it, ex-Welsh rugby international Chris Knight has an excellent video and additional information on his webpage. Video here: https://ohwhataknight.co.uk/blog/how-to-reach-culver-hole Tide information here: https://www.tidetime.org/europe/united-kingdom/swansea.htm