The Gower Way (Southern section) - Swansea Bay, Mumbles and Gower

Discover the stunning Gower Peninsula as you make your way from Rhossili to Penmaen along the 'Gower Way Southern'

Worm's Head and the former Coastguard Lookout building, Rhossili

A relatively long but rewarding walk, best suited to experienced walkers.

Walk grade

Strenuous

Route type

Linear

Suitable for

Experienced walkers, due to length

Terrain

The walk covers field, farm tracks, climbing steps, woodland and moorland.

Start

The former Coastguard Lookout building opposite Worm's Head (the building is now a CCW information centre).

Finish

Penmaen

Distance covered

8 miles / 13 km

Average time

4-5 hours

Useful information

Public Transport: Buses run to Rhossili, see our Exploring by bus page

Car parking available at Rhossili (private parking fee)

Refreshments available at Worm's Head Hotel and shop (near car park), petrol station (en route), King Arthur Hotel in Reynoldston.

Public toilets available at bottom of Rhossili car park, Worm's Head Hotel, petrol station and King Arthur Hotel.

Be prepared: Strong shoes or boots and waterproof clothing are advisable.

Safety Information: Beware of traffic on roads.

Walk details

Full details of this walk are described in The Gower Society's leaflet, Gower Way: Rhossili to Penmaen. This leaflet is available from Swansea Tourist Information Centre.

Highlights

The spectacular promontory of Worm's Head at the start of the walk
Beautiful views of South Gower including Oxwich Bay and Three Cliffs Bay, small villages, indigenous flora and fauna as you make your way across Britain's first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

This information is an extract from: Gower Way: Rhossili to Penmaen, by The Gower Society, available from Swansea Tourist Information Centre.