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The villages of Bishopston
(Llandeilo
Ferwallt), Murton and Kittle
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Bishopston (Llandeilo Ferwallt in
Welsh) is probably the largest village on Gower. It is situated on the
South East Gower Coast. The old part of the village lies at the head
of Bishopston Valley. It is fortuitously placed close enough to Swansea
to be able to pop to the shops or into Mumbles, but has the added advantage
of being remote enough to claim three beaches of its own, Caswell,
Brandy Cove and Pwlldu Bay. The photo to the right shows Pwlldu, with
the village of Bishopston nestling at the top of the cliffs.
Bishopston's beaches are popular with locals and visitors alike, although
they are very different from each other. Caswell attracts many surfers,
but is popular with young families too, with safe bathing and lifeguards
during the summer season.
There are many tales of the smuggling that took place at Brandy Cove,
a tiny cove to the West of Caswell, that leads up to a wooded valley
(hence its name).
Pwlldu, which literally translated from Welsh means "Black Pool"
lies to the West of Brandy Cove. In its former life, it was a thriving
community quarrying limestone. There are only two buildings remaining;
which were the pubs and are now private residences, but ruins of further
cottages can be found in the Bishopston Valley. Pwlldu has the air of
unfathomed mystery and romance, that ladies I'm sure you could associate
with many a good novel!
| Self Catering |
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Barlands
Old Stable, Bishopston: |
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| Luxurious self catering
accommodation. Set in an Area of Outstanding Beauty, alongside Barlands
Cottage B&B. Sleeps 2. Beaches 5 minute drive. 4 village pubs
serving good food within 10 minutes walking. No smoking anywhere
on the premises. 01792 232615 or email |
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Apple
Tree Cottage, Bishopston: |
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| Recently renovated
original Gower cottage, full of rustic charm. Sleeps up to 6. Large
private garden. Close to beaches, woodland walks and real ale pubs.
Phone 07973 425 036 or email |
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19 Gerretts Close, Bishopston: |
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| Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac within the village of Bishopston, with easy access to local beaches and beautiful walks around Gower. A fully refurbished bungalow finished to the highest standards. |
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Gower Holiday Cottages, Murton (Near Bishopston): |
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Three fully equipped farm cottages each sleeping up to 6 people. No smoking inside, pets by arrangement. Ample parking. Bed linen and towels available to hire. Easy access to Mumbles, Swansea and the Gower beaches. Phone 01792 232732 |
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Barlands
Cottage, Bishopston: |
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| 5* set in beautiful, quiet hamlet.
4 pubs within short walk. 5 mins drive to beaches. 2 double rooms,
1 can be made into twin beds. Children over 8 years & babies
in cots. No pets. Smoking is not allowed anywhere on the premises.
01792 232615 or email |
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| Amenities in Bishopston (for
other amenities in Gower and the local area, please click here) |
| Places to eat
and drink |
Surfside Cafe, Caswell - 368368
The
Beaufort Arms, Kittle - 850270
The Joiners, Bishopston - 232658
The
Plough & Harrow, Murton -
The
Valley, Bishopston
The
Lamplighter, Bishopston (coffee shop) - 232140 |
| General amenities |
Gower
Surf School, Bishopston 386426
Hot
Dog Surf Shop, Kittle - 234073
Holt
Model Railways, Bishopston 232264
Butcher,
Bishopston
Kittle
Village Shop & Post Office, Kittle - 232397
Presence, Kittle (Gifts
and framing service)
Spar,
Bishopston
Village
Bakery, Kittle - 232354
Chemist, Murton - 232978
Bishopston
Post Office - 230125
Carltons Hair Design,
Bishopston - 233927
Transformations, Kittle
(Beauty Salon) 390433
Jenkins Bros (Bishopston)
Ltd (Petrol) 232432 |
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Please view the area map, to get your bearings and familiarise yourself with the roads. Below are the approximate travelling times by car to the various villages. To view their facilities, please click on the specific village page (where applicable) or view the complete directory.
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mins by car |
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Village |
mins by car |
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| Bishopston (and Kittle, Murton) |
0 |
Penclawdd (and Blue Anchor, Cilonnen, Crofty, Llanmorlais, Welshmoor, Wernffrwd) |
20 |
| Dunvant |
20 |
Penmaen (and Nicholaston) |
15 |
| Horton |
25 |
Pennard (and Southgate) |
15 |
| Llangennith |
25 |
Port Eynon (and Overton, Scurlage) |
25 |
| Llanmadoc (and Cheriton, Cwm Ivy) |
25 |
Reynoldston (and Burry, Burry Green, Knelston, Llandewi) |
20 |
| Llanrhidian (and Cilibion, Oldwalls) |
20 |
Rhossili (and Middleton, Pilton Green, Pitton) |
25 |
| Mumbles (and Langland) |
10 |
Swansea |
15 |
| Oxwich (and Slade) |
15 |
Three Crosses |
15 |
| Parkmill (and Ilston, Llethryd, Lunnon) |
10 |
Upper Killay |
10 |
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