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Rhossili South Beach is a superb beach with excellent bathing and spectacular views of the Worms Head. The beach is owned by the National Trust and is often described as one of the best beaches in Wales, one of the best beaches in the UK, and even within the top ten beaches in the world. The beach boasts three miles of sandy shoreline, a huge expanse of which is exposed at low tide.
The beach is famous for several remarkable landmarks, including the remains of the Helvetia, which shipwrecked here in 1887 and can be seen on the beach at low tide. Low tide also makes it possible for adventurous beachgoers to reach the tidal island of Worms Head via a rock causeway, where visitors can spot grey seals sunning themselves on the rocks. Surfing is increasingly popular here as this is one of the most exposed beaches in Wales, picking up any Atlantic swell. Several walking trails along the beach, out to Worm's Head, and along the cliffs give visitors an ideal way to see all the beautiful landscapes available at Rhossili Bay.
A pub and hotel with great food and commanding coastal views are situated on the headland, backed by a large car park. However, access to the beach is via a steep path with several flights of stairs, which can be difficult for wheelchairs and children's buggies. Visitors are advised to be cautious when accessing the beach, especially if they plan to leave their belongings in the car.
Sand
| Today |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 100% |
| Max temperature | 15°C |
| feels like | 15°C |
| Wind 25mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 30% |
| Min temperature | 10°C |
| feels like | 11°C |
| Wind 24mph | |
The tide at Rhossili South Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 9:20 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 3:34 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Toilets
Shops
NT car park - a charge applies.
Dogs are allowed: http://www.swansea.gov.uk/dogsonbeaches
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
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National Trust Rhossili Shop & Visitor Centre (0.2 miles)
Worm's Head (0.7 miles)
WSF: Welsh Surfing Federation Surf School (1.6 miles)
Gower Coast Adventures (1.8 miles)
Gower Peninsula (4.7 miles)
Board Riding Development Mountain Boarding Centre (4.9 miles)
Weobley Castle (5.1 miles)
All distances are approximate
less than a mile south-southeast as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
less than a mile southeast as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
just over a mile north as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road or 2 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles north as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road or 4 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 6 miles east as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road or 7 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 7 miles east as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 8 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 28 miles by road.
around 8 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 34 miles by road.
around 8 miles east as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 9 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 24 miles by road.
around 10 miles east as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
around 11 miles east as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
around 11 miles east as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
around 12 miles east as the seagull flies, around 16 miles by road.
around 12 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 35 miles by road.
around 13 miles east as the seagull flies, around 16 miles by road.
around 13 miles east as the seagull flies, around 16 miles by road.
around 13 miles east as the seagull flies, around 16 miles by road.
around 13 miles east as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
Location: Rhossili
Location type: Rural
OS Grid: SS411882
Coordinates: 51°34'14"N 4°17'36"W
Mapcode: GBR GQ.4X4L
What 3 Words: exams.register.annotated
Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.
Country: Wales
Local Authority: Swansea
Parish: Rhossili
Nearest postcode: SA3 1PR
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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