Swansea Bay - Mumbles Head Beach

Swansea, Abertawe / Swansea

A rocky headland at the end of Swansea bay and the famous 'Mumbles Mile'. At low tide there are areas of sand and shingle overlooked by a lifeboat station and pier.

Beach Type

Rock/sand/Shingle

Facilities

Plenty of Pubs
In fact the Mumbles mile is a famous pub craw dischargel
There is also cafes
Shops
A slipway and public toilets

Activities

Boating

Nature and Wildlife

The Mumbles mile is a delightful strip to wander down and gets quite lively in the evenings especially during summer and on weekends. There is a nature reserve on the headland and Langland bay is within walking distance.

Parking

Parking is available a short walk from the beach.

Water Quality

Not Tested

Lifeguard

No

Cleaning and Litter

Litter bins are provided on the promenade.

Location

Nearest town: Swansea
County: Abertawe / Swansea
Latitude/Longitude: 51.5684, -3.97405
Postcode: SA3 4EN
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)

Access

Follow signs through Swansea to 'The Mumbles'

Public Transport

Served by buses from Swansea.

Nearest Railway Stations

Swansea (Approx. 4 miles away)
Gowerton (Approx. 6 miles away)
Llansamlet (Approx. 7 miles away)
Baglan (Approx. 8 miles away)
Briton Ferry (Approx. 8 miles away)

Tourist Information

Swansea TIC on 01792 468321 or go to www.visitswanseabay.com

Accomodation Links

Hotels and Guest Houses in Swansea

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