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Penmaen and Nicholaston Burrows
Archaeology, lichen rich dunes and the award winning Three Cliffs Bay
Swansea
Opening times for 21 November 2024
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Parking in Penmaen (non-National Trust)
Dogs allowed
Welcome on leads, please be aware of livestock
No National Trust car park. No toilets. Walking along a varied landscape of countryside.
By road
A4118, Swansea to Port Eynon
Parking: Car park in Penmaen (not NT)
On foot
Numerous footpaths and bridleways
By train
Swansea, 10 miles
By bus
Gower Explorer 117 and 118. Call Traveline Cymru on 0871 200 22 33 or visit Traveline Cymru
By bicycle
See local cycle routes on the Sustrans website
Highlights
Coast
Rich in history, the coast includes the remains of a Neolithic burial chamber, a Norman ringwork and a medieval church.
Places to stay
Rhossili Old Rectory
Just metres from the world-famous beach at Rhosili Bay, this cottage offers a unique stay on the Gower Peninsula.
Rhossili 1 Coastguard Cottage
Dramatic sea views and cliff-top walks in all directions make this cottage a must-visit.
South Pilton Green Farmhouse
A modern farmhouse perfectly placed for exploring the Gower Peninsula.
Burrows Cottage
A serene stay among pine woodlands, just a short walk to the sand dunes of Whiteford Burrows.
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About Penmaen and Nicholaston Burrows
Penmaen Burrows and Nicholaston Burrows are nestled between Three Cliffs Bay and Oxwich Bay. A walk through the burrows will take you through heathland, woodland, sand dunes and cliff tops.
Penmaen Burrows is rich in history, including the remains of a Neolithic burial chamber, a Norman ringwork and a medieval church. There is also the possibility of a village called Stedwarlango buried under the sandy plateau.
The dunes at Nicholaston Burrows are home to interesting flora such a bloody cranesbill, pyramidal orchids and a number of lichen species. It's also rich in invertebrates and, if you’re lucky, common lizards may also be seen.
Penmaen Burrows offers fantastic views over Three Cliffs Bay, as does Notthill. Notthill is a small secluded area of recovering heathland with a flourish of bluebells in the spring.