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Date spot in Swansea

Rhossili Bay and Worm's Head

Drive out to the far end of Gower for three miles of sand below the downs, then cross the causeway at low tide to Worm's Head, the long rocky island off the point.

Green cliffs dropping to the wide sands of Rhossili Bay, with the long rocky Worm's Head out at sea

Rhossili (Rhosili), western tip of Gower, about 18 miles from the city

National Trust Visitor Centre, Rhossili, Swansea SA3 1PR
  • Trip
  • Outdoors
  • Free
  • Dog friendly
  • Out of town

Why it's a good date: One of the great views in Britain, and the sunsets are worth staying for. Worm's Head can only be reached for a few hours either side of low tide, so check the times at the coastwatch lookout before you set off across.

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    Three Cliffs Bay, Pennard, Swansea SA3 2HD
    • Trip
    • Outdoors
    • Free
    • Dog friendly
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    Oxwich Beach, Gower, Swansea SA3 1LS

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