Horses Cliff

Wild horses couldn't drag you away from this windswept clifftop once you've made the climb. Horses Cliff rewards the effort with proper sweeping views across Swansea Bay, with the city sprawling below and the Bristol Channel stretching to the horizon. It's not signposted like the tourist traps, so you'll need to know where you're going.

The viewpoint sits high above the coast near Swansea, offering one of the best vantage points for miles around. On clear days, you can make out the Devon coastline across the water. Photographers will love the dramatic perspective, especially during golden hour when the light catches the water just right.

Families with younger children might find the walk a bit demanding - it's steep in places and the clifftop lacks barriers. Better suited to sure-footed walkers who don't mind a proper trek for their views. Give yourself at least an hour for the return journey from wherever you park.

Perfect for breaking up a Gower Peninsula exploration if you're staying at one of the nearby sites like Gower Holiday Village or Bank Farm Leisure. The cliff makes a cracking addition to a day spent touring the area's beaches and countryside. Just check the weather forecast - there's precious little shelter up there when the wind picks up.