Gowerton Pitch and Put

Nine holes of proper fun without the commitment of a full golf course. Gowerton Pitch and Put sits just outside Swansea, giving you an afternoon activity that won't eat up your whole day - ideal if you're staying at one of the nearby parks like South Wales Touring Park and fancy something low-pressure.

You're looking at a straightforward pitch and putt setup. Nothing fancy, nothing pretentious. It's the sort of place where you can take the kids, where a non-golfer won't feel completely out of their depth, and where the local club members don't seem bothered by casual visitors turning up for a knock about. The nine-hole format means you can finish in under an hour if you're just having a laugh, or take your time if you want to actually think about your shots.

Golf enthusiasts will find it a bit gentle for serious play, but that's rather the point. Families with children who want to dip a toe into golf without investing in lessons or green fees elsewhere will get more mileage from it. Walkers using Gateway Resort or Black Ewe Glamping nearby might pop over for something different to fill an afternoon.

Information on admission and opening times isn't readily available online, so you'll want to ring ahead or check locally when you arrive in the area. It's the kind of place that's easy to underestimate until you're actually there with a putter in hand, enjoying the lack of fuss.