Gower boasts an abundance of castles, all of which are well worth a visit. For further general information on Castles in Wales, click on www.castlewales.com

 

Weobley Castle: 5 minute drive – managed by English Heritage. A fortified manor, built around a courtyard. Weobley is in excellent repair. The gatehouse, hall kitchen, keep and chapel are easily identified. There is an exhibition on the history of the Gower and other important sites in the area. Opening times: March to October daily, 9.30 a.m. – 6.30 p.m.; November to February daily, 9.30 a.m. - 4.00 p.m. For further information on Weobley Castle, click here.

 

Oxwich Castle 15 minute drive – managed by English Heritage. Built by the Mansel family in the 16th Century to replace the abandoned Penrice Castle, it looks like a fortified manor. The castle walls rise to over 60 feet. From here there are fine views over Oxwich Bay towards Pwlldu head. For further information on Oxwich Castle, click here.

 

Oystermouth Castle       25 minute drive. Established in 1100, and dominating the village of Mumbles, Oystermouth Castle has been destroyed and rebuilt several times as a result of fierce local uprisings. Most of the remains date from the 13th century. It is the venue for the Ostreme Festival. Outdoor plays held during the summer months. Opening times: April to October daily, 11.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. For further information on Oystermouth Castle, click here.

 

Pennard Castle: 20 minute drive. Situated high above Three Cliffs Bay and partially buried in sand, Pennard Castle presents a ruined and desolate image. Little remains of the 13th Century Castle apart from the twin gate towers and curtain wall. For further information on Pennard Castle, click here.

 

Further afield there are:

 

Kidwelly Castle                        40 minute drive

Kidwelly. For further information on Kidwelly Castle, click here.

Carmarthenshire      Tel: 01554 890104

 

Carreg Cennen Castle

Carreg Cennen. For further information on Carreg Cennen Castle, click here.

Llandeilo                    Tel: 01558 822291

 

Cardiff Castle            1 hour drive

For further information on Cardiff Castle, click here.