Rhossili Bay — Place photograph

Rhossili, Gower Peninsula, Swansea, Wales

Rhossili Bay

Beach

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8.2

Wildland

1–2 hours

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Why it's Wildland

8.2

Three miles of sandy shore curve beneath Gower’s famous Worms Head, with the Atlantic swell shaping a striking open-coast setting.

Rhossili pairs a substantial sweep of sand with the landmark outline of Worms Head and views from the surrounding coast. It offers both a beach visit and a way to experience this stretch of the Gower Coast Path.

Dramatic · Big-sky · Wild

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The experience

Choose a short visit for the beach and its landmark views, or spend longer combining the shore with a walk on the surrounding coast. The beach access involves steps; a flatter option stays above the sand.

Things to do

01

Take in the view of Worms Head

Look out across the bay towards Gower’s well-known coastal landmark.

02

Walk the shore

Explore the three-mile sandy beach; check tide and local conditions before setting out.

03

Follow a section of the Gower Coast Path

The beach and surrounding coast form part of the Gower Coast Path. The supplied source does not specify a route length or walking time.

04

Look for seals or dolphins

The local tourism source notes that visitors may see seals basking or dolphins in the surf; sightings are not guaranteed.

Make a day of it

Quick escape · 1–2 hours

Quick Escape — Beach and Worms Head views

  1. 01

    Start in Rhossili village near the car park.

  2. 02

    Take the steps down to the beach if suitable for you, or choose the relatively flat walk above the shore for views.

  3. 03

    Spend time taking in the bay and the view towards Worms Head.

Half day · Half day

Make a Half Day of It — Beach and coast walk

  1. 01

    Begin in Rhossili village and choose either the beach access steps or the flatter viewpoint walk.

  2. 02

    Explore a section of the walking routes around the beach, Worms Head and the cliffs.

  3. 03

    Allow time to take in the changing views; the source identifies this coast as part of the Gower Coast Path.

When to go

· Not established by the supplied sources.

The supplied sources do not provide seasonal guidance.

Check local weather and coastal conditions before travelling. The source describes Atlantic swell at this coast but does not provide safety or tide guidance.

What to look for

  1. 01

    Look for Worms Head from the bay and the changing view of the shore from the beach and the surrounding walking routes. The source says seals or dolphins may sometimes be seen

  2. 02

    sightings are not guaranteed.

Best time to go

Check local conditions before travelling; the supplied source does not identify a best season.

No specific best time is established by the supplied sources. Check local conditions before setting out.

How long to spend

1–2 hours

Perfect for

Walkers · Photographers · Families · Dogs

Before you go

Address

SA3 1JD

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Practical information

Opening & access

The beach is reached by steps from Rhossili village, near the car park. A relatively flat alternative offers views without descending to the beach. Wheelchair access down the steps is not available. Check current access conditions before visiting.

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Parking

A car park is mentioned near the village access steps; parking details and charges are not supplied. Check before visiting.

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Toilets

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Food & drink

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Dogs

The source describes Rhossili as dog-friendly, but does not give seasonal restrictions or current rules. Check local signage before visiting.

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Accessibility

The steps from the village to the beach are not wheelchair accessible. A relatively flat walk offers views from above; check current access information for your needs.

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Cost

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Water

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Around Rhossili Bay

Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances