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Swansea Group

We are Swansea Ramblers. Come with us and discover the pleasures of walking in the Swansea area and beyond. We look forward to seeing you on one of our walks.

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Overview

This is a 5-hour circular walk passing 3 Gower pubs.  

Walking along the coastal path towards Caswell Beach, we will then cut inland to walk past the Plough and Harrow Pub in Murton.

Walking via The Valley Pub and The Joiners Pub in Bishopston, we will return to Southgate via Bishopston Valley.

Toilets: In Southgate near car park.

Terrain: Please note the paths, especially in Bishopston Valley, can be very muddy.

The later start time will allow bus passengers to arrive on the No.14 bus. 

(Bus arrives at 10:09 a.m.)

Social after walk:

Afterwards, we will go for refreshments to the Southgate Club.

Sunday, 7 December 2025
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SS 55392 87382
Nearest postcode:
SA3 2DH
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Start time:
10:15 am

Southgate: National Trust car park (charge - free for NT members) | 51.5670, -4.0878

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking