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.

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.

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!

Beaches


Rhossili Bay	Mewslade Bay	Fall Bay

Churches and Chapels

Pitton Methodist Chapel

Rhossili, St. Mary's Church

Bed & Breakfast

Channel View , Rhossili:

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 or 01792 413743

West Pilton House, Pilton, Rhossili:

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

Y Cwtch, Pilton Moor, Rhossili:

This is a unique opportunity to overnight in a pretty and cosy, traditional shepherd’s hut that sleeps 2 people. Set in a quiet corner of a field, with uninterrupted views over the surrounding countryside. Horse B&B also available. Phone 01792 390554 or email

Camping

Pitton Cross Caravan and Camping Park:

Six level paddocks for tents and touring caravans. Wide range of facilities. Phone Roger on 01792 390593 or send an email

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

Self Catering

Faircroft, Rhossili:

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

Riverside Cottage, Middleton, Rhossili:

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

Ramsgrove and Butterslade, Kimley Moor, Rhossili:

Two barn conversions each sleeping up to 6 people (1 double, 1 twin, 1 sofa bed). Accessible to the bays. No smoking. Pets by arrangement. Contact Kaye on 01792 390708 or email

Creek Cottage, Rhossili:

This newly refurbished and extended stone barn in the heart of Rhossili village sleeps 4; 2 doubles. Sea views. No smoking or pets. Phone Dave or Gill on 01792 881102 or send them an email.

Middleton Hall, Middleton, Rhossili:

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

Ship Farm , Middleton, Rhossili:

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

Meadow View, Pitton, Rhossili:

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 or email .

Hoarstone, Pitton, Rhossili:

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

Orchard Cottage, Middleton, Rhossili:

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.

Corn Cottage, Middleton, Rhossili:

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

Pitton Cross Farmhouse, Pitton Cross, Rhossili:

Traditional Farmhouse. Sea Views. WTB 4*, Sleeps 6+2 (3 bedrooms: 2 double, 1 twin). 2 lounges. Separate shower and cloakroom. Full central heating. Enclosed garden. Short breaks available. Combine with adjoining Bus House to sleep 12. Phone 01792 391175 or email

Rhossili Village Hall Bunkhouse, Middleton, Rhossili:

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.

The Slope, Middleton, Rhossili:

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

Sheep Green, Middleton, Rhossili:

With stunning views over to Devon and Lundy Island this cosy & traditional well equipped cottage sleeps 6 (2 double bedrooms & 1 room with bunk beds plus space for a cot). Situated in a quiet, peaceful location with large private gardens. Please email enquiries.

Oriel Gwyr , Rhossili:

A brand new contemporary detached house, sleeps 8 + cot situated in the heart of Rhossili with breathtaking views and sunsets over the sea. Contact John 01792 391425 or email: orielgwyr@btinternet.com

The Old Byre, Middleton, Rhossili:

Lovely barn conversion sleeping up to 6 people (2 doubles (1 en suite) and 1 twin). No smoking, pets by arrangement. Log burning stove. Close to Mewslade and Fall Bay. 01792 391046 or 390662 or email

Three Elms, Middleton, Rhossili:

Clean and spacious, detached property sleeping 8 people; 3 doubles (2 en suite) and 1 twin. Well equipped kitchen. Log burning stove. No smoking, pets by arrangement. Close to all of Rhossili’s bays. Phone 01452 812399 or email

Ivydene Cottage, Middleton, Rhossili:

Comfortable stone barn conversion with brilliant sea views, close to Rhossili, Mewslade and Fall Bays. Sleeps 5, no smoking; pets by arrangement. Contact Jo Scott on 01792 391385 or send her an email.

The Poplars, Pitton Cross, Rhossili:

Gower cottage with breathtaking panoramic sea views. Walking distance to Mewslade & 5 mins walk from cliff tops. Fully equipped property. Large secluded south facing gardens. Sleeps 6 + cot. Conservatory. No smoking or pets. Short breaks available. 07976 931301 or email

The Laundry, Middleton, Rhossili:

Set on a working farm, this lovely barn conversion sleeps up to 8 people (1 double, 2 twins, 1 room with bunk beds). No smoking, pets by arrangement. Log burning stove. Close to Mewslade and Fall Bay. 01792 391046 or 390662 or email

The Bus House, Pitton Cross, Rhossili:

Newly renovated, spacious ground floor accommodation. Sleeps up to 4 (family room or double + sofabed in lounge). Fully equipped. Full c/h. Enclosed elevated patio area. Private parking. Accessible to beaches and countryside walks. Short breaks. 01792 391175 or email

Lower Pitton Farmhouse, Pitton, Rhossili:

Well maintained, spacious farmhouse Sleeping 14, with sheltered, peaceful private garden. Beautiful Mewslade bay and country – coastal walks minutes from you doorstep. No smoking inside, pets by arrangement. WTB 4 STAR contact Mark on 01792 390402 or 07812 173880 or email

Riverside, Middleton, Rhossili:

Spacious family home accommodating 8 people. 4 bedrooms, bathroom and separate WC. Downstairs a large modern kitchen-dining room, lounge with wood-burner and conservatory + cloakroom with WC and walk-in shower. Utility room with washing machine and drier. Large garden.

Rose Cottage, Middleton, Rhossili:

Recently renovated cottage, cosy but spacious. Large, South facing garden + patio area. Sleeps 6 (3 doubles). Lovely views of sea and countryside. No smoking, pets by arrangement. Close to Mewslade, Fall Bay and Rhossili. Phone 01792 368422 or email.

Attractions

Rhossili Gallery, Rhossili: (and Dot Jewellery)

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

Gower Kite Centre and Surf Supplies, Pitton Cross, Rhossili:

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

Sam's Surf Shack, Rhossili:

BSA level one surf courses for all age groups. Also surf hire and everything from body boards, wetsuits, wax and ding repair to sunglasses, towels and buckets and spades. Phone 01792 390519 or email

Amenities in Rhossili (for other amenities in Gower, please click here. Area code prefix is 01792)

The Bay Bistro & Coffee House, Rhossili:

Panoramic views over the bay. Serving breakfast, midday snacks, evening meals & picnic service. Available for private functions & parties. Take away meals for self catering visitors. Wide range of beautiful gifts on sale. Phone 01792 390519 or email

Places to eat and drink	The Bay Bistro & Coffee House, Rhossili 390519 Worms Head Hotel, Rhossili 390512 Jolly Joes Cafe & Take Away, Rhossili 391155
General amenities	Bay View Shop, Rhossili 391155 Gower Kite Centre and Surf Supplies, Pitton Cross, Rhossili: 390593 Rhossili Coastguard Station - next to the National Trust shop 390502 Rhossili Gallery, Rhossili 391190 Sam's Surf Shack, Rhossili 390519 The National Trust Shop, Rhossili 390707
	Toilets - between the end of the car park and the National Trust Shop in Rhossili Public phone - by the bus shelter in Rhossili

Where is the nearest ...?	(Approx. mins by car)
Place to eat and drink	7	The Countryman, Scurlage 390597
	10	The Ship Inn, Port Eynon
	10	The Smugglers Haunt, Port Eynon 391257
	15	The King Arthur, Reynoldston 390775
	20	The Oxwich Bay Hotel, Oxwich 390329

Grocery shop	7	The Village Shop, Scurlage 390077 Opening times: Mon-Sat: 8am to 6pm Sun: 8am to 4pm
Grocery shop	10	The Texaco filling station, Knelston 380903

Doctors/chemist	7	Scurlage Surgery 390413
	7	Chemist, Scurlage 390620
	25	Pennard Surgery 234545

Post Office	7	Post Office in The Village Shop, Scurlage Opening times: (please see Gower directory)
Post Office	15	Reynoldston Post Office (Main post office for Gower) 390110 Opening times: (please see Gower directory)

Hairdresser	7	Beachcombers, Scurlage 390433

Petrol Station	10	Knelston Service Station, Knelston 390903

Supermarket	25	CK's, Penclawdd
	30	Tesco,Fforestfach
	30	Tesco, Fabian Way

Vets	20	Gower Veterinary Surgery, Upper Killay 299111

Leisure centre / Swimming pool	7	South Gower Sports Club, Scurlage 390857
	20	Gower Gym, Llangennith 386770
	30	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 638950

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