The village of Llangennith

The village of Llangennith or "Llangenydd" (meaning Church of St Cenydd) nestles between the slopes of three hills; Llanmadoc Hill, Rhossili Down and Hardingsdown. The latter is the smallest of the red sandstone hills and has a number of iron age earthworks on its slopes.

Llangennith is a popular destination with families and surfers (it even has its own surf shop). Even before surfing became popular, the sea was the focal point of the village, given its setting at the foot of the hills. There must be as many tales involving shipwrecks and smuggling in Llangennith, as exists for their neighbours in Horton and Port Eynon or Brandy Cove, Bishopston.

The church in Llangennith is the largest in Gower and is believed to have evolved from St Cenydd's Priory, founded in the 6th century and hence giving its name to the village.

Beaches
Llangennith Burrows Bluepool Corner Broughton
Self catering
	Hardingsdown Bunkhouse, Llangennith:	more
	Gower's first bunkhouse, situated on a working farm. Suitable for individuals, families or groups of up to 14 people. Bookings on a nightly, few nights or weekly basis. Comfortable accommodation. No smoking. Drying room available. Phone Allison on 01792 386222 or email
	Little Hill End, Llangennith:	more
	Detached cottage sleeping 5. Two bedrooms; (1 double, 1 double & 1 single bed). Wood burning stove. Pets welcome. Pretty cottage garden. 1/4 mile from Llangennith beach. WTB 4* Phone Jo on 01792 390554, (mob 07813 446317) or email
	Little Hill End Barn, Llangennith:	more
	Beautiful stone barn conversion sleeping 2 in one double galleried bedroom. No smokers, pets by arrangement. Bed linen provided. 5 mins walk to Llangennith beach. Suitable for a romantic break. Phone 01792 390554, (mob 07813 446317) or email
	Bryn-y-mor Cottage, Llangennith:	more
	Semi detached cottage sleeping 4 (1 double, 1 bunks). No pets. Prices £200-£410, all inclusive. 3 nights or less from £139 out of season. Bed linen & tea towels provided. Phone 01792 386259
	Atlantic Haven, Llangennith:	more
	Large detached house in the centre of Llangennith, sleeping up to 10 people (4 double rooms and 1 single). No smoking. Pets by arrangement. Bed linen provided. 1 mile from both Llangennith & Broughton beaches. Phone 01792 386472 or email
	Plum Cottage, Llangennith:	more
	Pretty annexe to Victorian farmhouse. Sleeps 4 + cot (1 double, 3ft bunks). Traditional farmhouse kitchen/comfortable living room. Lovely views. Private garden area. Well behaved dogs welcome. No smoking. Price £375-450/week. Ring Victoria on 01792 386214 or email
	Underhill, Llangennith:	more
	Modern, detached country home sleeping up to 8; 2 doubles (1 en-suite) and 2 twins. Cot available. Patio area & enclosed gardens, parking for 3 cars. Bed linen provided. Ground floor wc. No pets. Price £290-£700. Storage for bikes & boards. Contact 01792 386300 or email
	Sea View, Llangennith:	more
	Two bedroom cottage with spectacular views of Worms Head and the sweep of Llangennith Bay. Sleeps 4 (1 double, 1 twin). Sun porch. No pets. Phone 01792 386206 or email
	Stormy Castle , Llangennith:	more
	Self catered house with spectacular views. Sleeps up to 14 adults. Perfect for families & kids. In 6 acres of private land and adjoins Rhossili Downs. No pets please. 5-10 mins walk along footpath to Rhossili beach. Surf, sea, sand, BBQs & sunsets
	Well Cottage, Llangennith:	more
	Charming, traditional cottage sleeping up to 4 people in 2 double rooms. No smoking. Pets by arrangement. Garden with views to Rhossili Bay. Phone 01792 281118, 07970 160380 or email
Bed and Breakfast
	College House, Llangennith:	more
	Spacious Victorian farmhouse in the heart of the village. Lovely views from all four bedrooms. Excellent breakfasts. Recommended in "Which" Holiday Guide September 07 and "Lonely Planet". Double room £65, single £40. Ring Victoria on 01792 386214 or email
	Western House, Llangennith:	more
	Situated half a mile from the main beach, this 100 year old farmhouse has three rooms (2 doubles and 1 family room). Charges from £25 per person per night, variable price for children. Well behaved dogs welcome. Phone Steve or Pippa on 01792 386620 or email
	King's Head, Llangennith:	more
	7 high standard, en-suite rooms with power showers; 4 doubles & 3 twins. Some rooms with sea views, some with disabled facilities. Family rooms available on request. No smoking. AA 4*. 01792 386212 or email
awaiting photo	Blas Gwyr, Llangennith: Opening in October 2008	more
	Blas Gwyr - a luxury boutique B&B set in the heart of the seaside village of Llangennith and offering four luxurious double 'en-suite' rooms, Blas Gwyr will provide a 5 star experience surrounded by glorious countryside and spectacular beaches. 01792 386472 or email
Churches and Chapels
Llangennith, St. Cenydd's Church

Amenities in Llangennith (for other amenities in Gower, please click here)
Places to eat and drink	The King's Head, Llangennith - 386212
General amenities	PJ's Surf Shop, Llangennith - 386669 Gower Gym, Llangennith 386770
Where is the nearest ...?	(Approx. mins by car)
Place to eat and drink	10 15	Britannia Inn, Llanmadoc The King Arthur, Reynoldston 390775
Doctors/chemist	15	Scurlage Surgery 390413
	15	Chemist, Scurlage 390620
Petrol Station	15	Heronsway Filling Station and shop, Llanrhidian- 390360
Post Office	15	Reynoldston Post Office (Main post office for Gower) 390110 Opening times: (please see Gower directory)
Hairdresser	20 20	Beachcombers, Scurlage 390433 Beyond his n her fringe, Penclawdd - 851490
Supermarket	20	CK's, Penclawdd
	25	Tesco Extra, Gowerton
	30	Tesco, Fforestfach
Vets	25	Gower Veterinary Surgery, Upper Killay 299111
Leisure centre / Swimming pool	15	South Gower Sports Club, Scurlage 390857
	20	Penyrheol Leisure Centre, Gorseinon, Swansea 232517
	30	Burns Fitness Spa, Swansea 459282
	30	Wales National Pool Swansea
Cinema/ Theatre/Arts/ Museums	30	Taliesin Arts Centre, Swansea 602060
	30	The Grand Theatre, Swansea 475715
	30	UCI Cinema, Parc Tawe, Swansea 08700 10 20 30
	30	National Waterfront Museum, Swansea 01792 638950