Penclawdd was once a thriving seaport exporting goods from the local copper works, the coal mines and of course its famous seafood, from the Loughor estuary. Rows of little terraced houses, with fantastic views, line the roads in the centre of the village and although the copper works and mines closed a long time ago, "Penclawdd Cockles" are still renowned today, although most of the industry is now located in the nearby villages of Crofty and Llanmorlais.

The area known as Blue Anchor, you would expect to be quite near the sea, but it is in fact located above Penclawdd and named after a long established pub (now demolished), that stood on a bend on the old Penclawdd to Three Crosses road.

Penclawdd is located conveniently for the attractions of town life, Swansea being around 15 minutes away, but also rural enough that a variety of Gower's beaches are only 15 mins drive in the opposite direction and of course, being along side an estuary, attracts lots of marine and bird life too.

Beaches   Llanrhidian Sands / Loughor Estuary     Self catering     Blaen Cedi Gallery, Blue Anchor, Penclawdd: more Romantic gallery, one of three beautiful, well equipped, barn conversions with many features, set in 3 acres of land. Sleeping up to 4 people. National quality award. WTB 4*. Sorry no pets. Phone Marian on 01792 851448 or email Blaen Cedi Stable, Blue Anchor, Penclawdd: more Stylish stable, one of three beautiful, well equipped, barn conversions with many features, set in 3 acres of land. Sleeps up to 4 people. National quality award. WTB 4*. Sorry no pets. Phone Marian on 01792 851448 or email Blaen Cedi Cottage, Blue Anchor, Penclawdd: more Cosy cottage, one of three beautiful, well equipped, barn conversions with many features, set in 3 acres of land. Sleeps up to 5 people. National quality award. WTB 4*. Sorry no pets. Phone Marian on 01792 851448 or email Blaen Cedi Cabin, Blue Anchor, Penclawdd: more Unique log cabin, set in own garden. Sleeping up to 6 people (1 double, 1 bunk, 1 sofa bed). WTB 4*. Sorry no pets. Phone Marian on 01792 851448 or email   Churches and Chapels Zoar (Presbyterian), Crofty Bethel (Welsh Independent), Penclawdd Tabernacle (Presbyterian), Penclawdd Mount Hermon Chapel (abandoned) St. Gwynour Tirzah (Baptist), Llanmorlais Trinity (Baptist) , Penclawdd

Amenities in Penclawdd (for other amenities in Gower, please click here)
Places to eat and drink	The Crofty Inn, Crofty 850494 Railway Inn, Penclawdd 851692 Royal Oak, Penclawdd - 850642 Swn-y-Mor Village Inn, Penclawdd 850502 The Sea Garden, Chinese Restaurant, Penclawdd - 872886 Belle Vue Fish Bar (Take away), Penclawdd - 850270
General amenities	CK's Supermarket, Penclawdd Penclawdd Post Office 850204 Beyond his n her fringe (hairdresser), Penclawdd - 851490 Howells Butchers, Penclawdd - 850371 Tucker (Butcher), Penclawdd - 850084 Chemist, Penclawdd - 850530 Penclawdd Surgery 850311 Anthony Inkin Independent Funeral Director 897710
Where is the nearest ...?	(Approx. mins by car)
Place to eat and drink	10	The North Gower Hotel, Llanrhidian - 390042 The Welcome to Town Country Bistro, Llanrhidian - 390015
Petrol Station	10	Tesco Extra, Gowerton
Supermarket	10	Tesco Extra, Gowerton
	10	Tesco,Fforestfach
	25	Tesco, Fabian Way
Vets	10	Gibson & Jones, Gowerton 879822
Leisure centre / Swimming pool	15	Gower Gym, Llangennith
	10	Penyrheol Leisure Centre, Gorseinon, Swansea 232517
	20	Burns Fitness Spa, Swansea 459282
	25	Wales National Pool Swansea
Cinema/Theatre/Arts/ Museums	25	Taliesin Arts Centre, Swansea 602060
	25	The Grand Theatre, Swansea 475715
	25	UCI Cinema, Parc Tawe, Swansea 08700 10 20 30
	25	National Waterfront Museum, Swansea 638950