Port Eynon. The village of Port Eynon, The Gower Peninsula, South Wales

Port Eynon is the most southerly point on Gower and is thought to be named after an Eleventh Century Welsh Prince, Eynon. It is believed that he built Port Eynon castle which has disappeared over the years. Once there was a booming trade in Oyster fishing (the remains of the Oyster Pools and the old harbour wall can be seen at low tide), limestone quarrying, lobstering and crabbing, but as with many little ports also came reports of smuggling. At one stage, it is thought that eight excise men were stationed in the village alone.

At the far end of Port Eynon Bay stands the Eighteenth Century ruin of the old Salt House. Originally extracting salt from the sea, (the sea in Port Eynon has an especially high salinity) it is thought that the business was run as a cover for smuggled goods. Maybe this theory is not too far fetched when you consider that most of the local population of the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries appeared to have been involved in smuggling. On one notable occasion, the goods were hidden in the church!

In the churchyard, is a memorial to the three lifeboat crew who lost their lives at sea in 1916. The lifeboat station was closed in 1919, when it was consiered too dangerous to be located in Port Eynon. A new lifeboat station was opened in Horton in 1968.

Below the cliff where the castle is once believed to have stood, is Culver Hole. This rather unusual cave, between two rock faces has a masonry wall. There is a staircase inside that leads up to four floors. Legend links it to the castle and also as a safe hideaway for contraband, but today it is inhabited by pigeons and seagulls.

The village of Horton is located at the Eastern end of the bay.

Beaches


Port Eynon Bay	Salt House Mere	Overton Mere

Churches and Chapels

Port Eynon, St. Cattwg's Church

Living Well @ Scurlage, Port Eynon:

Providence Baptist Church, Knelston is now closed but weekly Sunday worship continues under the title 'Living Well @ Scurlage'. The group meets at The Countryman in Scurlage. Phone 01792 390700

Self Catering

Tiller Cottage, Overton:

Situated in a quiet lane, this cottage sleeps 6 + cot (1 double + 2 twins). 2 bathrooms, large enclosed garden. Full c/h. Maybe suitable for someone with limited mobility. No smoking or pets. All inclusive. Phone Pat Jeffreys on 01792 390234 or send an email.

Bay View Farm, Overton:

Situated on a working farm, this wing of the farmhouse sleeps 4 (1 double, 1 room with full size bunks). No smoking or pets. All inclusive. Large enclosed garden. Phone Pat Jeffreys on 01792 390234 or send an email.

The Orchard, Port Eynon:

Located approx 4 mins from beach. Sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms; (1 double, 1 set of bunks, 1 twin). No smoking. Pets by arrangement. Price all inclusive. Bed linen & hand towels provided. Enclosed garden. Views of the sea. 1 bathroom & 2nd WC. 01792 390819 or email

Jessamine Cottage, Port Eynon:

Traditional 2-bed fisherman's cottage, 2 min walk from award-winning sandy beach. Open fire, wood/tiled floors, c/h, TV/DVD, microwave, washer/drier, travel cot, high chair. Lovely patio with BBQ. Sleeps 4. 01792 390218 or email

Candyfloss Cottage, The Bank Farm, Scurlage:

Detached cottage sleeping up to 4 people (one double room and one sofa bed). Bed linen provided. No smoking. Pets by arrangement. Beaches 5 mins by car. WTB 3*. Phone 01792 390389 or email

Bowstones Granary, Scurlage:

Detached stone barn conversion sleeping 2 in 1 double room. Cot available. Bed linen provided. No smoking. Pets by arrangement. Sky TV.
Phone 07966 224469 or email

22 and 24 Gower Holiday Village, Scurlage, Port Eynon:

Superb family accommodation, each sleeps 4 (1 double/1 twin). Great location to explore Gower’s beaches. Free access to heated indoor pool & play area. On site shop & pub. Non smoking. Short breaks. Call 07846 649917 or email

The Holiday Bungalow, Port Eynon:

Comfortable holiday bungalow in park location, ideal for family holidays, only 5 minutes walk from award-winning sandy beach and village. Available weekly from March to October. Sleeps 6. TV & DVD player. No smoking. Pets by arrangement. Phone 01792 207145 or email

Virginia Cottage, Port Eynon:

Charming, well equipped, three bedroom cottage sleeping up to 6 people (1 double, 1 twin, 1 bunk room). Short walk to Port Eynon beach. WTB 4*. No smoking or pets. Phone 01792 362460 or email

Pigsty Cottage, Scurlage, Port Eynon:

Detached stone barn conversion sleeping 2 in 1 double room. Cot available. Bed linen provided. No smoking. Pets by arrangement. Sky TV. Phone 07966 224469 or email

48 Gower Holiday Village, Scurlage, Port Eynon:

Semi detached bungalow with 2 bedrooms (1 double, 1 double with overhead single bunk), fully fitted kitchen and comfortable lounge. Bed linen and towels provided. No smoking or pets. Phone 07971 578434 or email

Culver House ApartHotel, Port Eynon:

Situated on a stunning, accessible blue flag beach, our serviced accommodation encompasses a one or two bedroom suite offering open plan living/kitchen/dining room. Continental breakfast included. Superb one night romantic getaway or family holiday from £90 per night.

Limetree Cottage, Port Eynon:

Charming two bedroom 17th Century stone cottage 2 min walk from safe sandy beach. Full of character including real fire but with all modern conveniences. Central heating, off road parking and private courtyard. Sleeps 4/5. Tel 029 20752915 or email

Croft Acre, Port Eynon:

Five luxury, 5* cottages each sleeping up to 8 people, with unspoilt views across the bay. Freeview TV, pets by arrangement, no smoking. Bed linen and towels provided. Cot and highchair on request. Phone 07831 795399 or email

1 Gower Holiday Village, Scurlage, Port Eynon:

Comfortable, modern, detached bungalow in park location, ideal for family holidays. Sleeps up to 5; 1 double, 1 single + bunks, great location to explore beaches. Free access to heated indoor pool & adventure play area. No smoking. Pets considered. 01792 390586 or email

Highwinds, Port Eynon:

Highwinds offers two beautiful loft conversions with balcony and sea views, sleeping 2-4 people. Ample car and boat parking. Prices £40-£90 per night per room. Minimum stay of two nights. Phone 01792 390671

Cob Cottage, Scurlage, Port Eynon:

Very spacious barn conversion, with large, modern, luxury kitchen, sleeping up to 4 in two bedrooms (2 doubles or 1 double and 1 twin). Pets by arrangement. Phone 07966 224469 or email

Ty Haf, Port Eynon:

Comfortable detached family-friendly holiday home only five minutes from the beach. Sleeps 5: 1 double, 1 single and 1 set of bunks. A great base for exploring Gower. No smoking. No pets. Phone 02920 595851 or email.

29 Gower Holiday Village, Scurlage, Port Eynon:

29 Gower Holiday Village is a self catering holiday bungalow completely refurbished in 2009. It sleeps 5 and is set in a spacious well maintained site including a heated indoor pool, children's play area etc. It is 10 minutes from the beaches of Rhossili and Port Eynon.

Cottage 2, Gower Holiday Village, Scurlage, Port Eynon:

Enjoy Gower's breathtaking South Gower coastline whilst staying at our comfortable, affordable, locally-run, 2-bedroom holiday cottage, with the convenience of superb amenities, (indoor heated swimming pool, supermarket, hairdressers, etc.), but at competitive rates.

49 Gower Holiday Village, Scurlage, Port Eynon:

Semi detached bungalow offers comfortable lounge area, fully fitted kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 1 double, 1 twin. Bed linen provided. Bathroom with electric shower & bath. Central location for beaches, facilities & coastal walks. For more info. phone 01792 413480 or email

43 Gower Holiday Village, Scurlage, Port Eynon:

Ideal family accommodation on a well maintained site sleeps 4 (1 double 1 twin) Comfortable lounge/dining areas, fully fitted kitchen. Free use of heated indoor pool & Spa. indoor/outdoor play areas. Sorry no pets, no smoking. 07810 407175 or email

Carreglwyd Farmhouse, Port Eynon:

Outstandingly renovated, large, spacious property sleeping 12 in 6 bedrooms. Just a stone’s throw away from the beach in Port Eynon. No smoking or pets. Bed linen and towels provided. Cot and highchair available on request. Phone 07831 795399 or email

Hotels

Culver House ApartHotel, Port Eynon:

Bed and Breakfast

Scurlage Farm, Scurlage , Port Eynon:

Central location. Two rooms, both en suite. One family room with a king size bed and a single, and one double room. Children welcome. Big breakfasts and a warm welcome. No smoking or pets. Phone 01792 391618 or 07796 796777 or email

Berry Hall, Scurlage, Port Eynon:

Two double rooms, private bathroom & sitting room, sky TV, hospitality tray. No smoking or pets. Fantastic views in quiet location, ideal for walkers. Nearest beach 5 minutes by car to Horton/Port Eynon. 01792 391106 or 07880 803130 or wendylkennedy@hotmail.com

Amenities in Port Eynon (for other amenities in Gower and the local area, please click here)

Places to eat and drink

The Ship Inn, Port Eynon 390204
The Smugglers Haunt, Port Eynon 391257
Captain's Table, Port Eynon (take away) - 390980

General amenities

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.

Village	mins by car	Village	mins by car

Bishopston (and Kittle, Murton)	25	Penclawdd (and Blue Anchor, Cilonnen, Crofty, Llanmorlais, Welshmoor, Wernffrwd)	25
Dunvant	25	Penmaen (and Nicholaston)	15
Horton	5	Pennard (and Southgate)	25
Llangennith	15	Port Eynon (and Overton, Scurlage)	0
Llanmadoc (and Cheriton, Cwm Ivy)	15	Reynoldston (and Burry, Burry Green, Knelston, Llandewi)	15
Llanrhidian (and Cilibion, Oldwalls)	15	Rhossili (and Middleton, Pilton Green, Pitton)	10
Mumbles (and Langland)	30	Swansea	30
Oxwich (and Slade)	15	Three Crosses	20
Parkmill (and Ilston, Llethryd, Lunnon)	20	Upper Killay	25

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