This stretch of the Path is an area of contrasts; from the stunning coastline of the Gower Peninsula, with its award winning golden beaches, to the busy seaside city of Swansea and the dramatic industrial landscape of Port Talbot.
The path follows a stretch of coast rich in wildlife with a spectacular and varied landscape. It passes through National Trust land, much of which is remote, rugged and wild. Port Eynon Bay was voted best British beach in 2011. You will pass through woodland and across open cliffs, and take in the beautiful Three Cliffs Bay with its tall dunes and snaking river. Passing Mumbles pier and following the long curve of Swansea promenade, the route later climbs to enjoy a unique view of Port Talbot from the upland path. Finally, pass through the vast dune system at Kenfig National Nature Reserve, home to wild orchids, insects and other wildlife. Before entering Porthcawl, the route runs by some of the best surfing and watersports beaches in Wales, and passes the notorious Tudor mansion of Sker House, said to be haunted and the inspiration for R D Blackmore’s novel The Maid of Sker.
This stage will be walked by Dai Graham and his team.
Sponsors
23 October: Specsavers, LLanelli
26 October: Kew Occasionals RFC
27 October: Schoolhouse Daycare
28 October: Richard Davies Investor Relations
Date | Start - End | Distance | Ascent | |
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23 Oct | Burry Port - Penclawdd | 15.33 miles 2 | 408 ft 1 | Details Burry Port - Penclawdd |
24 Oct | Penclawdd - Llangennith | 15.42 miles 2 | 763 ft 1 | Details Penclawdd - Llangennith |
25 Oct | Llanennith - Port Eynon | 11.86 miles 1 | 1357 ft 2 | Details Llanennith - Port Eynon |
26 Oct | Port Eynon - Mumbles | 16.34 miles 2 | 2363 ft 3 | Details Port Eynon - Mumbles |
27 Oct | Mumbles - Aberavon | 15.31 miles 2 | 306 ft 1 | Details Mumbles - Aberavon |
28 Oct | Aberavon - Porthcawl | 14.80 miles 1 | 227 ft 1 | Details Aberavon - Porthcawl |
29 Oct | Porthcawl - This is a rest day | 0.00 miles 1 | 0 ft 1 | Details Porthcawl - This is a rest day |