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The village and parish of Rhossili
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Village
Noticeboard. Click here
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Rhossili is located at the most
Western part of the Gower Peninsula. The most photographed part
of Gower, The Worms Head, stretches out to sea and becomes an island
when the tide comes in. The breathtaking view is completed by the
long sandy beach and the towering cliffs and this makes it a popular
destination throughout the year with surfers, paragliders and ramblers.
However, Rhossili still manages to maintain its tranquility and
unspoilt beauty. |
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The village and surrounding area are steeped in history.
The prominent wreck of the Helvetia, which ran aground on Rhossili
Bay in November 1887 bears witness to the challenging weather conditions
and the tales of our ancestors, who lured boats ashore to plunder
their hold. The arch over the doorway of the church dates from the
twelfth century and is believed to have been moved from the lost village
(built in around 1100 and buried possibly by sand storms some time
in the early part of the fourteenth century). Remains of stone age
man were found in Paviland cave and fourteen Bronze Age burial chambers
have been identified on Rhossili Down. |
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The parish of Rhossili stretches from the village
itself towards Scurlage and encompasses the hamlets of Middleton,
Pitton and Pitton Cross. There are plenty of establishments that
offer various types of accommodation and many coves and beaches
to visit and spend an afternoon.
Walkers are most definitely in their element with some of the most
fantastic views on offer and try not to miss one of our sunsets! |
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| Beaches |
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| Churches and Chapels |
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| Bed & Breakfast |
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Channel
View , Rhossili: |
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| Two rooms, 1 double
with en-suite & 1 twin with own bathroom. Sea views over
Worms Head. Plenty of parking. Phone Dave or Honor on 01792
390645 |
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West
Pilton House, Pilton, Rhossili:
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| 2 double
bedrooms with en-suite shower rooms. Beautiful views over “The
Knave” and Bristol Channel. Ideal for walkers and those
interested in wildlife. No smoking or pets. Holder of Green
Dragon environmental award. Phone Barbara on 01792 391364 |
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| Camping |
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Pitton
Cross Caravan and Camping Park:
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| Six level paddocks for tents
and touring caravans. Wide range of facilities. Phone Roger
on 01792 390593 or send an email
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Kimley Moor, Rhossili: |
| Four acre Caravan Club "Certified
Location" Site for 5 touring caravans. Running water, emptying
point, in-season produce. 1 mile from Rhossili. Accessible to
the bays. Caravan Club members only. Contact Kaye on 01792 390708 |
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The
Gables, Pitton, Rhossili: |
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| Semi-detached
farmhouse. Sleeps 2. Spacious & set in a large garden.
Large conservatory. Close to Mewslade
Bay. No smoking or pets. Cleanliness
a priority. Full c/h. Bed linen and towels provided. Short
breaks out of season. 01792 390339 or email |
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Faircroft,
Rhossili: |
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| WTB 5* Breathtaking sea views.
Recently renovated, fully equipped property with large garden.
Sleeps 6. Sorry, no smoking or pets. Contact Christine on 01792
390616 or email |
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Riverside
Cottage, Middleton, Rhossili: |
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Recently renovated country cottage
dating to 1742. Sleeps 4. Cosy atmosphere, set in a pretty garden.
Contact Gill on 01792 390527 or send her an email |
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Ramsgrove
and Butterslade, Kimley Moor, Rhossili: |
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These two barn conversions each
sleep 6 people. Accessible to the bays. Welsh Tourist Board
4*. No smoking. Pets accepted.
Contact Kaye on 01792 390708 or email |
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Creek
Cottage, Rhossili: |
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| This newly refurbished and extended
stone barn in the heart of Rhossili village sleeps 4; 1 double
& 1 twin or 2 doubles. Sea views. No smoking or pets. Phone
Dave or Gill on 01792 881102 or send them an email. |
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Middleton
Hall, Middleton, Rhossili: |
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| Spacious property
set on a working farm. Sleeps 7, (3 bedrooms; 1 double &
single bed, 1 double & 1 twin). Log burning stove. Sky TV.
No smoking. Pets welcome. Close to Mewslade and Fall Bay. Phone
01792 391046 or 390662 for further details or email |
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Ship
Farm , Middleton, Rhossili: |
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| Recently converted barn set
on a working farm. WTB 5*. Sea views, within easy walking distance
to local beaches. Sleeps 5 (+1), (2 bedrooms; 1 double, 1 set
of bunk beds & 1 single bed) with full central heating.
Bed linen & towels supplied. No pets. 01792 390543 or email |
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Meadow
View, Pitton, Rhossili: |
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| Farmhouse sleeping 6 (2 doubles,
2 singles). Farmhouse kitchen with large range cooker. Central
heating. No smoking or pets. Plenty of parking. Close to Mewslade
and Rhossili Bay. Price all inclusive. 01792 390518
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Hoarstone,
Pitton, Rhossili: |
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Traditional Welsh stone cottage
set in a secluded garden with panoramic views over the Gower
coastline, sleeping 7 (+3). No smoking. Pets by arrangement.
Phone 01920 438551 or email |
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Lower
Pitton Farmhouse, Pitton, Rhossili: |
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| Well maintained, spacious farmhouse
sleeping 8 (2 doubles, 1 twin, 2 singles). WTB 4*. 2 lounges
with working fireplaces. Conservatory. No smoking or pets. Phone
1740 01792 390585. |
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Orchard
Cottage, Middleton, Rhossili: |
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| Situated in a quiet lane, this
newly built, character cottage sleeps 6 (1 king, 1 double, 1
twin), 2 bathrooms, fully fitted kitchen, enclosed patio. WTB
4*. No smoking or pets. Price all inclusive. Easy walking distance
to beaches. Phone 01792 390586 or email. |
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Corn
Cottage, Middleton, Rhossili: |
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| Set on a working farm, this
lovely barn conversion sleeps up to 5 people (1 double, 1 room
with bunk beds & a single bed). No smoking, pets by arrangement.
Log burning stove and Sky TV. Close to Mewslade and Fall Bay.
01792 391046 or 390662 or email |
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Pitton
Cross Farmhouse, Pitton Cross, Rhossili: |
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| Traditional
Farmhouse. Sea Views. WTB 4*, Sleeps 6 (3 bedrooms: 2 double,
1 twin). 2 lounges. Separate shower and cloakroom. Full central
heating. Enclosed garden. No smoking. Short breaks available.
Phone 01792 391175 or email
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Rhossili
Village Hall Bunkhouse, Middleton, Rhossili: |
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| Bunkhouse
accommodation, built in 2007, comprising 7 bunkrooms for up
to 18 guests, shared lounge & fully equipped kitchen, patio
overlooking fields & the sea. £15 per person per night.
Min. booking is 2 people for 2 nights. Further
Information, Availability & Bookings. |
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The
Slope, Middleton, Rhossili: |
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| Comfortable,
cosy cottage sleeping 2 people in one double room. South facing
garden and views over the cliff headland. No smoking or pets.
Short breaks out of season. Close to Mewslade. Phone 01792 390756
or email |
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| Attractions |
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Rhossili Gallery: |
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| Rhossili Gallery
offers visitors to Gower a range of original paintings, limited
edition prints, ceramics, glassware, sculptures and jewellery,
much of which is produced on Gower. Specialists in wedding rings.
Open all year round. Tel: 01792 391190 or email |
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Gower
Kite Centre and Surf Supplies: |
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Lots of kites to choose from
or to order in a village that lends itself to kite flying. Also
fishing tackle, gifts, candles, gas and camping accessories.
We sell and hire surfboards and wet suits.
Phone: 01792 390593 |
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| Amenities in Rhossili (for
other amenities in Gower, please click here) |
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| Places to eat
and drink |
The
Bay Bistro and Coffee House - 390519
Worms Head Hotel -
390512
Jolly
Joes - 391155 |
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Toilets
- between the end of the car park and the National Trust Shop
in Rhossili
Public phone
- by the bus shelter in Rhossili
Coastguard
Station - next to the National Trust shop - 390502
The
National Trust Shop 390707 |
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| Place to eat and
drink |
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The
Countryman, Scurlage 390597 |
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The Ship
Inn, Port Eynon |
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The Smugglers
Haunt, Port Eynon 391257 |
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The King
Arthur, Reynoldston 390775 |
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The
Oxwich Bay Hotel, Oxwich
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| Grocery shop |
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The Village
Shop, Scurlage 390077
Opening times:
Mon-Sat: 8am to 6pm
Sun: 8am to 4pm |
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The Texaco
filling station, Knelston
380903 |
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| Doctors/chemist |
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Scurlage
Surgery 390413
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Chemist,
Scurlage 390620 |
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Pennard
Surgery 234545 |
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| Post Office |
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Post
Office in The Village Shop, Scurlage
Opening times: (please see Gower
directory)
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Reynoldston
Post Office (Main post office for
Gower) 390110
Opening times: (please see Gower
directory) |
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| Hairdresser |
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Beachcombers,
Scurlage 390433 |
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| Petrol Station |
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Knelston
Service Station, Knelston 390903
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| Supermarket |
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CK's, Penclawdd
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Tesco,Fforestfach
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Tesco, Fabian
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| Vets |
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Gower
Veterinary Surgery, Upper Killay 299111 |
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| Leisure centre
/ Swimming pool |
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South Gower Sports Club, Scurlage
390857 |
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Gower Gym, Llangennith |
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Penyrheol Leisure
Centre, Gorseinon, Swansea 232517
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Burns Fitness Spa, Swansea
459282 |
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Wales
National Pool Swansea |
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| Cinema/Theatre/Arts/
Museums |
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Taliesin
Arts Centre, Swansea 602060 |
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The
Grand Theatre, Swansea 475715 |
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UCI
Cinema, Parc Tawe, Swansea 08700 10
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National
Waterfront Museum, Swansea 638950 |
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