May

 

 

Monday

25th May

A Bank Holiday Walk

Pennard

Leader: Andrew Morgan

6.5 miles

(Two walks: 2.5 and 4 miles)

Tel: 07719-409504

Leisurely

 

 

 

Description:

 

A figure of eight walk in a scenic area where, if you choose, you could join us at the car park around 1 p.m. for the second half.

 

(Let me know if you intend to meet us for the second half of the walk).

The afternoon walk may start a little later if the morning overruns.

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The morning section of this walk is about 2.5 miles and will circle around the edge of the Golf course. 

 

Reaching the viewpoint over Three Cliffs Bay, we’ll follow the coast path to Pennard Castle where we can have a coffee stop to enjoy the view.  (Steep ascent).

From there, we will pass the landmark water tower on our way across the common and back to the start.

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Our lunch stop will be at the recently created community garden adjacent to the cars.

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The afternoon walk is about 4 miles and will pass through fields behind the school. Here stiles have been replaced by gates to make it much easier for people to enjoy the path.

 

Walking through woodland, we then cross fields and a farm track. We’ll then make our way to the coast path and enjoy more views over the Bristol Channel. 

 

We’ll walk west along the coast before turning inland to once more come close to the golf course and return to the start. 

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Stiles: None.

Toilets: Pennard Cliff-Top Car Park.

Terrain: Sandy, muddy, gentle ascents. Walking poles recommended.

 

Social after walk

Afterwards we will go for refreshments to The Beaufort in Kittle.

 

 

Dogs remain on short leads

Start:

Starting Place:

 

11:00 a.m.

Pennard: School Car Park (Free)

Directions: 

·       From Swansea, head south on A4067, Oystermouth Road.

·       Turn right to ascend B4436, Mayals Road (after The Woodman Inn).

·       Follow B4436 through Kittle.

·       Continue straight on at junction where B4436 turns right.

·       Follow road to 20 MPH & School signs.

·       Turn left into school car park before the pedestrian crossing.

 

(Members can use the FREE Ramblers App as a Sat Nav to all our walks)

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Post Code: SA3 2DR

Lat/Long: 51.5758, -4.0872

 

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The Cliffs at Pennard

Three Cliffs Bay

 

 

 

Saturday

30th May

Llanmadoc Hill

Leader: Morag Eddyshaw

6 miles

Tel: 07751-444535

Moderate

 

 

 

Description:

 

A walk with panoramic views of Gower and beyond.

 

From Cwm Ivy, we'll make a gradual ascent up Llanmadoc Hill.  From there, (if the weather favours us), we should be able to enjoy views all round Gower.

 

We'll then descend the other side of the hill into the village of Llangennith.

 

We’ll join the coastal path to take us back to our starting point.

 

Stiles: None.

Toilets: After the walk.

Terrain:

  • Mostly leisurely but there are a couple of steep climbs.
  • A gradual ascent onto one of the highest points in Gower.
  • Grassland, rough paths, sand, dunes, uneven surfaces.
  • Sheep and horses likely so dogs must remain on leads.

 

Social after walk:

Afterwards, we will go for refreshments to The Cwm Ivy Café.

 

 

Assistance Dogs Only

Start:

Starting Place:

 

11:00 a.m.

Llanmadoc: Cwm Ivy Car Park

N.B. Pay & display now in operation (£5 to park, Card only)

 

N.B. Paying for parking can be difficult due to internet and pay machine issues. You can prepay at: https://www.yourparkingspace.co.uk/

Car park number 12497, “Whiteford Beach Car park, Cwm Ivy”.

Directions:

·       Head west to Llanrhidian via the B4295 or B4271.

·       From Llanrhidian, continue west through Oldwalls towards Llangennith.

·       Pass through Burry Green.

·       Take next right at Kennexstone Farm camp site.

·       Follow Britannia Inn sign to continue north across common.

·       Steeply descend into Llanmadoc.

·       At junction turn left to continue west towards the church.

·       Turn right in front of the church and descend.

·       Turn first right into camera-controlled car park (Remember to pay by card).

 

(Members can use the FREE Ramblers App as a Sat Nav to all our walks)

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Post Code: SA3 1DJ

Lat/Long: 51.6185, -4.2547

 

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440 935

 

 

Sunday

31st May

Penclawdd, Llanmorlais & Three Crosses

Leader: Liz Stone

10 miles

Tel: 07876-365539

Moderate

 

 

Description:

 

A walk along some of the less used footpaths on North Gower with some lovely views of the Loughor Estuary and beyond.

 

We will walk along the seafront to Llanmorlais then ascend inland to join the Gower Way.

 

We then make our way to Three Crosses and from there follow a woodland walk before returning to the seafront in Penclawdd.

 

Stiles: Numerous.

Toilets: Near the start and end of the walk.

Terrain: May be muddy.

 

Social after walk:

Afterwards, we will go for refreshments to a suitable venue.

 

 

Assistance Dogs Only

Start:

Starting Place:

 

10:00 a.m.

Penclawdd: Foreshore Car Park (free)

Near GG’s Ice-cream Parlour.

Directions: 

·       From Gowerton, follow B4295 westward to Penclawdd.

·       Negotiate the double bend in the village.

·       Pass over the pedestrian crossing.

·       Turn immediately right into the car park.

              (The Chip shop is to the left and GGs is to the right).

 

(Members can use the FREE Ramblers App as a Sat Nav to all our walks)

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Post Code: SA4 3YF

Lat/Long: 51.6429, -4.1038

 

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545 958