Discover the stunning Gower Peninsula as you make your way from Rhossili to Penmaen along the Gower Way Southern Sector.
Rhossili to Penmaen is 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. |
| Public Transport: | Yes. |
| 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. |
Full details of this walk are described in The Gower Society’s leaflet, Gower Way: Rhossili to Penmaen.
This information is an extract from: Gower Way: Rhossili to Penmaen, by The Gower Society.
Swansea Council Countryside Access team
# 01792 635746 or 01792 635230
@ countrysideaccess@swansea.gov.uk
i www.swansea.gov.uk/countrysideaccess
Further links
i www.baytrans.org.uk
i www.traveline-cymru.org.uk
With nearly 400 miles’ worth of rights of way, Swansea Bay offers many memorable walking routes, from short family trips, taking in many of the small churches and landmarks in the area, to routes for the more experienced, with breathtaking views of the Gower Peninsula. Find out more:
