Gower is one of Britain’s most captivating walking destinations,
where limestone cliffs, hidden coves and sweeping sandy beaches meet
rolling farmland and flower-rich commons. From the dramatic headlands
of Rhossili and Worm’s Head to the views of salt marshes of the
Loughor Estuary and Bristol Channel, the Gower Peninsula offers a
remarkable variety of landscapes within a compact and easily explored
area of South Wales. This comprehensive guidebook, Walking in Gower,
brings together 40 carefully selected day walks ranging from 5 to 21
km (3 to 13 miles), showcasing the very best of this designated
National Landscape (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty). The routes
are suitable for both experienced walkers and those seeking shorter
coastal strolls, with a range of options that allow you to choose
walks to match your time, fitness and ambition. 30 circular routes are
described, exploring the full length of the Gower Peninsula, including
highlights along the Wales Coast Path, like Rhossili and Three Cliffs
Bay Clear, step-by-step route descriptions are supported with 1:25,000
OS mapping, ensuring confident navigation along cliff tops, across
Cefn Bryn’s open moorland and through the wooded valleys inland
Practical information on parking at popular beaches and headlands, bus
links from Swansea to coastal villages, and notes on local facilities
to help you plan smooth, rewarding days out Insight into the
peninsula’s limestone geology, prehistoric burial chambers, medieval
churches and rich wildlife habitats adds depth to every walk from
windswept cliffs to sheltered estuaries Downloadable GPX files for
each route, providing reliable digital navigation as you explore the
beaches, salt marshes, upland ridges and coastal paths of this idyllic
corner of South Wales From sweeping coastal panoramas and golden sands
to tranquil inland tracks and flower-rich commons, the Gower Peninsula
rewards exploration in every season. With its carefully curated routes
and in-depth local knowledge, Walking in Gower is your essential
companion to discovering the full breadth of walking on Gower –
inspiring you to plan your next visit and uncover even more of this
remarkable Welsh landscape.
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30 walks exploring the National Landscape in South Wales
Produktdetaljer
ISBN
9781787652408
Publisert
2025
Utgave
3. utgave
Utgiver
Cicerone Press Ltd
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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