Today I will see a contrast between the sandy beaches of the South and West Gower  and the salt marshes of North Gower.I am looking forward to the 3 mile walk along the sands of Rhossili Bay, but before that I start with a por of tea and fruit scone at the Bistro overlooking the beach.

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After an Easter break with the family it’s an early morning for me as I drive down from home to start today’s walk.

I am greeted to a bright sunny morning, with the promise of the weather staying good all day. Continue reading →

Another big day as I take on the second city of Wales and reach the Gower, an Area of Outstanding Beauty.

There are quite a few well known people who come from Swansea, amongst whom are Harry Secombe, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Bob Brydon and Dylan Thomas.

I start with an easy, flat, tranquil walk along the Tennant Canal into Swansea. It is so quiet you would not realise how close you are to a big city, a railway line and a main trunk road. Continue reading →

A  seaside town and  town with a strong industrial heritage.Today I leave Porthcawl,  a pretty seaside town with its Grand Pavilion and seafront for the industrial powerhouse of Wales. Continue reading →

Another delightful day of walking along cliff tops and across Sandy beaches.I again love this layering of the rocks on these cliffs. Continue reading →

To the most southerly point in Wales.

I leave Barry Island via the Knap, a small headland which at one time hosted the famous outdoor lido, once the biggest in Europe. Continue reading →