Is this Bart Simpson? During the wedding of Katy and Lewys on the 28th March 2014 I noticed Bart Simpson peeping out at me from inside Llanrhidian church. Lisa and Maggie are also hiding in the image. They must have been on holiday in Gower but unfortunately they were not staying at Hill House – […]
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Gower Smugglers The smuggling of contraband was a way of life for many people living close to the sea and shipping routes. The height of smuggling on the Gower peninsula was at its peak during the 18th and 19th centuries. Taxes were high and there was a shortage of many common commodities especially during the
Gower Surf Schools This is our guide to surfing schools located on the Gower peninsula. These schools cater for all abilities and welcome holidaymakers. All provide surfboards, wetsuits, etc. so you can see if its the sport for you before buying this expensive equipment. SurfabilityUK provides surfing lessons and experiences for people with additional needs due
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Gower Cycling Festival The Gower Cycleing Festival is an annual event run by Wheelrights, the Swansea Bay Cycle Campaign Group. The festival is held in early summer and takes place over five days from Wednesday 29th May to Sunday 2nd June 2024. The festival consists of 22 events that are described in the rides programme
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The Gower Walking Festival The festival is an annual celebration of Gower. Most of all, its aim is to encourage participants from all backgrounds to enjoy a unique landscape and a rich heritage. It achieves this by offering an organised, diverse and sustainable programme of events, with minimum environmental impact, to educate, encourage and sometimes
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Despite the failure of Swansea’s bid to become the UK City of culture in 2021 the city council and the Swansea 2021 bid team are determined to implement the programme of local, national and international events that were compiled in the bid. The Swansea 2021 bid team includes Swansea Council, Welsh Government, Swansea University, University
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Dining Out in Gower Here we have listed some of the local recommended eateries for lunch, evening meal, or that special occasion. Most of these are located in Llanrhidian, Penclawdd, or elsewhere on the Gower peninsula. At Hill House we are fortunate to have two of these just a short walk of about 200 yards
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Local Amenities We have listed here most of the local shops and national supermarket chains that you will find in the Llanrhidian, Penclawdd, Gowerton, Gorseinon, Swansea and Lanelli areas. The list includes some service providers in Llanrhidian and health centres in Penclawdd, Gowerton, and Scurlage. Llanrhidian Herons Way Filling StationLlanrhidian Cross – SA3 1E 01792 390360Fresh
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