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Newton to Ilston

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Overview

A stroll around Gower.

 

Social after walk:

Afterwards, we will go for refreshments to the Newton Inn.

Sunday, 5 October 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular
Website:
https://www.swansearamblers.org.uk

Directions:

  • From A4067 Mumbles Road, turn right at West Cross onto Fairwood Road.
  • Turn first left onto West Cross Lane.
  • Follow to Top shops then turn left onto Southlands Drive.
  • Take 4th right onto Bramley Drive.
  • First right onto The Orchard.
  • Left onto Highmead Avenue.
  • At T-junction, turn right onto Highpool Lane.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SS 60090 88421
Nearest postcode:
SA3 4TU
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Start time:
10:00 am

Newton: Highpool Lane: Roadside parking | Lat/Long: 51.5778, -4.0193

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