Oxwich Headland: A Taste of Gower Walk

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Overview

A walk past Oxwich Castle and through the fields to the headland then via the woods.

Stiles: There is 1 stone stile

Toilets: At start of walk.

Terrain: A climb up a number of steps through the woodland. Paths may be muddy and will be very uneven with rocks and tree roots.

Bus: Start from Swansea Quadrant (please check times).

Social after walk:

Afterwards, we will go for refreshments to Oxwich Bay Hotel.

Thursday, 30 October 2025

Start time:: 11:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:00 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 6.4km / 4.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Website:: https://www.swansearamblers.org.uk

Directions:

Follow the A4118, (South Gower Road), from Swansea
Pass through Parkmill and Penmaen
At the ‘castle folly’, the road to Oxwich descends to the left
Follow the marsh road for about a mile
Pass the beach car park
Turn left at the cross roads
Turn right into hotel car park and drive to the rear car park

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Accessible by public transport
Car parking available
Dog friendly
Introductory walk
No car needed
No Stiles
Family-Friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:: SS 50137 86306
Nearest postcode:: SA3 1ND
what3words:: showering.rules.risk

Start time:: 11:00 am

Oxwich: Oxwich Bay Hotel car park (free) | (Please buy refreshments afterwards in return for free parking) |

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