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The
village of Mumbles / Mwmbwls
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Mumbles
(Mwmbwls in Welsh) is a small fishing village situated at the Western
end of Swansea Bay, at the entrance to The Gower Peninsula. Currently
well known as the birthplace of Catherine Zeta Jones and Ian Hislop,
Mumbles was previously a frequent haunt of Dylan Thomas and his
friends.
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| This little bustling village (and I say village, but
really it is much larger than the other villages in the rest of Gower)
is host to a great variety of shops, cafes, wine bars, pubs and restaurants.
Ice cream parlours are dotted along the promenade and in the main
tourist season the "Mumbles Land Train" can be seen chugging
its way along the sea front, transporting people to and from Swansea. |
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Popular with the young and old alike, Mumbles is never quiet. From
water sports enthusiasts, roller-bladers, cyclists and young families,
to those who prefer a more dignified quiet stroll or to simply sit
and watch as the bustle continues around them. |
| The busy pace of Mumbles life continues into the
night when crowds are drawn to the exclusive restaurants and the
infamous "Mumbles Mile" (a large number of pubs within
a very short walking distance). |
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On the hillside behind the main shopping area
of Mumbles, is Oystermouth Castle which appears to have had numerous
re-builds, on account of warfare, during its chequered life. It is
believed that the Lords of Gower once inhabited the castle. |
On the Western side of Mumbles,
you will find the Pier, the famous lighthouse and two small rocky
coves of Bracelet
and Limeslade. The much larger, sandy Langland
Bay that is very popular with surfers is a further mile around
the coast. |
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Our Lady Star of the Sea RC,
9 Promenade Terrace, Mumbles
01792 366305 |
Tabernacle United Reformed Church, Newton
Road, Mumbles
01792 363173
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Castleton Independent Chapel
40-41 Newton Rd, Mumbles
01792 363349 |
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Briarfield,
Mumbles: |
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Briarfield is a character detached
4 bedroom house that sleeps up to 8 people. Set in spectacular
private gardens and close to Langland and Caswell beaches. No
smoking, no pets.
Short breaks available, email. |
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Castle Road, Norton, Mumbles: |
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| Spacious ground
floor apartment sleeping up to 5 in 2 double rooms. Sea views
over Swansea Bay. Short walk into Mumbles. Gower beaches just
a short drive. No smoking or pets. Bed linen and towels provided.
Phone 01792 401838 / 07971 578434 or email. |
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Hintons
Folly, Mumbles: |
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| Clean,
well equipped bungalow sleeping 3 (1 double, 1 single) in a
quiet cul-de-sac only 400 yards from the sea and a few minutes
from the heart of Mumbles. Conservatory and small garden. No
smoking or pets. 01792 892301 or 07790 529459 (evenings) or
email |
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Periwinkle Cottage, Thistleboon , Mumbles: |
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| Charming fishermans cottage with private parking & stunning sea views. WTB 4* graded. Comfortably & tastefully furnished, all mod cons. Two bedrooms, four poster bed & landscaped garden overlooking the bay. Mumbles restaurants, shops & beaches within walking distance. |
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7 Bridle Mews, Limeslade, Mumbles: |
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Comfortable, cosy and only two minutes to sea front and coastal paths. Sleeps 4; 1 double, and 1 twin or 1 set of bunk beds. No smoking or pets. Parking for 2 cars. Mumbles village with its many shops and restaurants is just a short walk away. Phone 01792 362261 or email |
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Flat 2, 550 Mumbles Rd, Mumbles: |
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Wonderfully positioned Victorian apartment on Mumbles seafront with sea views, sleeps up to 5. Fully fitted kitchen, granite worktops. Full C/H. Beautifully furnished to the highest standard. Courtyard garden. Beach, restaurants & shops all within walking distance. |
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5 Higher Lane, Langland, Mumbles: |
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Elegant, spacious family home sleeping up to 6 people in 3 bedrooms. Ideally situated for the local beaches of Rotherslade and Langland. Short walk from the village of Mumbles. No smoking or pets. Phone 07966 474561 or email |
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88 Newton Road, Mumbles: |
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Spacious and elegant, sleeping 4 in two double bedrooms. Within walking distance of Langland, Newton and Mumbles. No smoking, pets by arrangement. Perfect location for exploring the local terrain or as a base for travelling further afield. Phone 01792 363898 or email |
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21 Castle Acre, Mumbles: |
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Spacious two bedroom property in a sought after location, offering prime views of Swansea Bay with flat easy access to the promenade and in easy walking distance to Mumbles village with its shops, pubs, restaurants, castle & beaches. Sleeps 4 in doubles or twins. |
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6 Clovelly Place, Newton: |
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Newly renovated one bedroom cottage, fully fitted kitchen including dishwasher . Ideal for a couple. Patio and garden geared for al fresco dining with BBQ. Bed linen provided, parking. |
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Tides
Reach Guest House: |
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| Six elegant en-suite rooms,
in large Victorian house set in prominent but quiet promenade
sea view position. Broadband, TV & DVD, iron, hairdryer
& hospitality trays in each room. Two easy access rooms.
Organic cooked breakfasts. Pets welcome. 01792 404877 or email |
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| Amenities in Mumbles (for
other amenities in Gower and the local area, please click here) |
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| Mumbles has all the services
that you would expect from a thriving town suburb. From a post
office, banks, supermarkets and grocery shops, to hardware shops,
exclusive boutiques, florists, hairdressers, gift shops, antiques,
book shops, newsagents and for those who fall in love with the
area and decide that they can't possibly leave; estate agents. |
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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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mins by car |
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| Bishopston (and Kittle, Murton) |
10 |
Penclawdd (and Blue Anchor, Cilonnen, Crofty, Llanmorlais, Welshmoor, Wernffrwd) |
20 |
| Dunvant |
20 |
Penmaen (and Nicholaston) |
15 |
| Horton |
30 |
Pennard (and Southgate) |
15 |
| Llangennith |
30 |
Port Eynon (and Overton, Scurlage) |
30 |
| Llanmadoc (and Cheriton, Cwm Ivy) |
30 |
Reynoldston (and Burry, Burry Green, Knelston, Llandewi) |
20 |
| Llanrhidian (and Cilibion, Oldwalls) |
25 |
Rhossili (and Middleton, Pilton Green, Pitton) |
30 |
| Mumbles (and Langland) |
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Swansea |
10 |
| Oxwich (and Slade) |
20 |
Three Crosses |
15 |
| Parkmill (and Ilston, Llethryd, Lunnon) |
15 |
Upper Killay |
10 |
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