Rhossili Bay: Hours, Address, Rhossili Bay Reviews: 5/5
Rhossili Bay
Rhossili Bay
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
About
Rhossili Bay lies at the western end of the beautiful Gower peninsula. 3 miles of golden sands, iconic landscapes including Worms Head and Rhossili Down and history everywhere- from neolithic through to the more recent, including home to Edgar Evans. Its a walker's dream with routes in all directions, including the Welsh coastal path. The beach is dog friendly all year round and the whole area is beautiful whatever the weather. Today, the National Trust cares for 2 of the 3 miles of the beach, Rhossili Down, and most of the coastline between Rhossili and Port Eynon. (26 miles of Gower coastline in total). The landscape is free. The village of Rhossili also contains other private businesses. The car park is free to NT members during the day. Non members are currently charged £5 per day (car). There is no overnight parking/camping. All profits from the car park go towards keeping the area beautiful. Please note that the toilets are owned and operated by Swansea Council.
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F033 💕
United Kingdom33 contributions
Nov 2021
What an absolutely beautiful place! Compared to Three Cliffs Bay, which we visited this trip, it is simply sublime! The sunset was stunning and the whole area is just perfect. Would definitely return! 😍
Written November 20, 2021
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happylea36
dorset uk20 contributions
Nov 2021
Lovely clean beach, stairs up and down bit steep. A work out on their own. Dogs loved to be able to run, lots of other doggie walkers but able to find space.
Written November 11, 2021
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paulinehall33
Birmingham, UK386 contributions
Oct 2021 • Couples
This is a stunning beach, even on a cloudy, windy October day. Completely unspoilt, gorgeous sand, very peaceful. Highly recommended if you are visiting the Gower.
Written November 3, 2021
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Helsbels123456
Bristol, UK106 contributions
Oct 2021 • Couples
Beautiful place and we had a lovely coastal walk with some stunning views. We didn’t get to worms head as it was high tide but gives a reason to go back.
Written October 27, 2021
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Matt G
Blunsdon, UK106 contributions
Oct 2021 • Couples
We went on a typical uk autumn day and were very pleased with just how beautiful a beach this is. Excellent for surfing and kite surfing which looked like great fun. We decided to walk the entire length which was about 3 miles which was fine and the dog enjoyed it to but the walk back was into the wind and did make it a bit tiring!
Written October 26, 2021
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DAWN J
Swansea, UK146 contributions
Jul 2021
The view over the bay is breath-taking - miles upon miles of golden sands uninterrupted except by the waves. A true delight and incredibly beautiful. Well worth a visit.
Written September 23, 2021
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TDamahi
Sheffield, UK88 contributions
Sep 2021 • Business
What an amazing place. My Moroccan husband didn’t believe places like this exist in the UK.
It’s just perfect. Vast and pristine. A wonderful way to spend a day. We loved it. Steep descent and return but very doable for most people.
Pub at the top was well organised and clean. We enjoyed the views a while longer with a glass of something on a beautiful sunny day in September. Perfect is the only word.
It’s just perfect. Vast and pristine. A wonderful way to spend a day. We loved it. Steep descent and return but very doable for most people.
Pub at the top was well organised and clean. We enjoyed the views a while longer with a glass of something on a beautiful sunny day in September. Perfect is the only word.
Written September 20, 2021
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David C
1 contribution
Sep 2021 • Couples
Great views from the cliff tops but parking can be a bit hit and miss to get a place even in September. Avoid the ice cream vintage van in the car park though!
I went to get two ice creams and the bloke that was manning the van was more interested in his phone than me as a customer.
When he finally managed to tear himself away from his phone I asked about if the ice cream was gluten free. He pointed to the Vegan Mango. Ok I thought I will ask again as the other half has to be careful with gluten. When I did he pulled a book down from above his head and said ' have a look as I'm not advising you incase anything goes wrong!. I explained to him that it was really up to him to tell me if they were gluten free or not. He didn't like that and started raising his voice and told me to go elsewhere to buy ice cream. In this day and age where people have died from reactions to allergens I would expect vendors to be fully up to speed on this but obviously he didn't give a toss. So if you have an allergy or just really want to know what's in your ice cream AVOID THIS ICE CREAM VAN LIKE THE PL AGUE.
I went to get two ice creams and the bloke that was manning the van was more interested in his phone than me as a customer.
When he finally managed to tear himself away from his phone I asked about if the ice cream was gluten free. He pointed to the Vegan Mango. Ok I thought I will ask again as the other half has to be careful with gluten. When I did he pulled a book down from above his head and said ' have a look as I'm not advising you incase anything goes wrong!. I explained to him that it was really up to him to tell me if they were gluten free or not. He didn't like that and started raising his voice and told me to go elsewhere to buy ice cream. In this day and age where people have died from reactions to allergens I would expect vendors to be fully up to speed on this but obviously he didn't give a toss. So if you have an allergy or just really want to know what's in your ice cream AVOID THIS ICE CREAM VAN LIKE THE PL AGUE.
Written September 20, 2021
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Tetburygirl
Gloucestershire17 contributions
Sep 2021
Stunning beach. Easy parking but one loo???? That's ridiculous for all the people who were visiting the beach. They need to build a proper toilet block for visitors.
Written September 11, 2021
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naianiretak
Telford, UK125 contributions
Sep 2021 • Couples
How can you not rate Rhossili a 5 star, lovely walk out to Worms Head, beautiful beach great views. Loved the sunflower field.
Written September 6, 2021
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Are the toilets open at the moment (Nov 2020)
Geoffrey H
Swansea, UK227 contributions
Not sure
RaSi69
2 contributions
Hi, I was just wondering how long will the sunflowers be in bloom for as I’m planning a trip?
Thanks
Elsie
Swansea, UK15 contributions
I think the Sunflower will be in bloom til end of Summer as they opened quiet late this year. When we went there a week ago, some were still small and about to bloom. Just keep looking for a nice spot until you find the middle field full of Sunflower! 🌻 Enjoy. Post code is SA3 1PP. Huge parking space and don't forget to bring coins. 😊
flintellie
Gloucestershire, UK96 contributions
Is there a nice pub to eat here ?
Especially for Christmas Day , as we are hoping to be here for Christmas, as booked a Air B&B .
Rach W
Herefordshire, UK13 contributions
Yes, one at Rhossili end and one in Llangenith, however I’m not sure if either are open for Christmas Day.
Aaron W
2 contributions
Thinking about driving down in a camper van next weekend and was just wondering where we could park the van to sleep in or how much would it cost roughly to park up somewhere near the coast?
Bicesterian
Bicester, United Kingdom206 contributions
No overnight parking on the bay itself, but plenty of campsites in the area, prices vary greatly, depending on time of year & facilities you are looking for, sorry couldnt help more
I-Luv-Food-Yummy
Herefordshire, UK52 contributions
Are dogs allowed ?
Jayne B
Swansea County, UK325 contributions
Yes all year
Are we aloud to bring disposable barbecues?
PaulDrewsterDrew
Wales, UK281 contributions
I haven’t seen any signs that you can’t but that doesn’t mean I’m right. I’ve seen people with bbqs going down towards Llangennith side of the beach and as long as you take your rubbish back with you..
Do you have to pay to enter
Paul L
Southwell, UK195 contributions
No the beach is free. The car park is national trust so you have to pay unless you’re a member.
Evansmilkyway
Surrey, UK
Where is the best place to park after 6pm to visit the beach as I think the car park shuts at 4.30. Thank you
Rich Williams
Mumbles, UK6 contributions
The main car park area is open 24/7. It is free to park after 6pm however there is no overnight parking/camping allowed on site.
Mike A
24 contributions
Are dogs allowed on the beach?
Shama JB
London, UK88 contributions
Absolutely! Sorry about the delay in responding; despite having notifications turned on for questions, I didn’t receive a notification! Whenever I’ve been there, dogs have loved the beach and have never been a problem ☺️
royston0725
Cardiff, UK1 contribution
How far do we have to park the car from the beach??
Rich Williams
Mumbles, UK6 contributions
As others have said, 5-10 down and 10-20 back again from the National trust car park. It is possible to avoid the few steps by walking via the Warren track from behind the church. Since the original steps were washed away a few years ago, access is much easier, but you can't get away from the fact that it is at the bottom of the cliff. You can get flatter access on to the beach at llangennith, by parking at the Hill End Campsite. This path, through the dunes may not be suitable for those who struggle with soft sand.