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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

A beautifully varied walk with incredible views which will include ‘Giants Grave’, Cathole Cave, The Great Cairn and Penmaen Castle.

Come along and enjoy a thoroughly enjoyable walk that can be enjoyed as a ramble with great company, giving you an opportunity to spend time savouring nature, birds and wildflowers. 

Enjoy the fascinating history of the area and have time to let our local area inspire your creativity. Remember to bring a drink and some lunch.

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Towards the end of the walk, we can stop at the Parkmill Heritage Centre for coffee.

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Stiles: None

Toilets: At the Heritage Centre

Terrain: One incline up to Great Cairn and a mixture of terrain.

Wednesday, 22 April 2026
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

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Directions: 

  • Follow A4118 (South Gower Road) westward.
  • Descend into Parkmill Valley.
  • Pass Shepherds Stores on the right.
  • Turn right just beyond Gower Heritage Centre, 
    (signposted, Parc Le Breos). 
  • Car park is a third of a mile uphill on single track road.

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Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly
  • No car needed
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
SS 53832 89603
Nearest postcode:
SA3 2EH
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Start time:
10:30 am

Parkmill: Park Wood Car Park (Green Cwm) | N.B. LIMITED PARKING: Please car share where possible | Lat/Long: 51.5863, -4.1111

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