Where to go
Port Eynon is considered a dark sky gem, the large beach is enclosed in a curved bay and looks out upon nothing but miles of Bristol Channel, it’s easy to access and perfect to sky-watch.
Three Cliffs is an out of the way dark spot, take care, this area is trickier to access and the tide can obstruct some routes.
Oxwich is not as secluded as some of the other areas but it is easily accessible with plenty of space and facilities nearby.
The high points at Rhossili and Cefn Bryn offer views in all directions. Again, take great care at Rhossili, the views are awe inspiring but stay away from the hazardous cliff edges and make sure your path is well lit if you’re heading down to the beach.
What to take
A torch, it’s dark! A headtorch keeps your hands free.
Appropriate footwear, the ground is uneven and often wet.
It can get very chilly so make sure you take warm clothing – a coat, hat, gloves, scarf etc. Layer up, you can always take off but you can’t add.
If you have specialist equipment, great but you’d be surprised at how much you can see with a pair of binoculars, and the quality of photos you can take with a smart phone.
Finally, don’t forget a chair and a flask of something warm.
Stay safe!
Check tide times, some beaches are trickier to get to and some not there at all when the tide is in so make sure you check before you head out. When it’s really dark you won’t see the water until you’re in it…
Coastal paths can be precarious in broad daylight so take great care when walking at night, make sure you know your route and that you can see where you’re going!
The roads around Gower are home to both wildlife and livestock, be mindful of this when driving at night.
