Pitton Methodist Church

A modest Methodist chapel in the Pitton area of Swansea, this place is really only worth a visit if you're already camped at Pitton Cross or passing through on a walk around the Gower. The building itself is straightforward - red brick, unpretentious, the kind of chapel you see dotted throughout South Wales. It's a working church, so access depends on service times, and frankly there's nothing theatrical about it.

It appeals mainly to those with a genuine interest in Welsh Methodism or local church heritage. Don't expect ornate architecture or anything Instagram-worthy. What you get is authenticity - a place where generations of locals have actually worshipped, not a heritage site dressed up for visitors.

If you're staying at nearby Pitton Cross Caravan Park, it's literally on your doorstep, so worth a quick look if you fancy a short walk. Similarly, those camping at Hillend or the other parks within a couple of miles could include it as part of a larger ramble across the Gower Peninsula. The area itself - with access to proper beaches and coastal walks - is what you're really here for. The chapel is more a local detail than a destination.

Check ahead for opening times if you want to see inside. It costs nothing to admire from the outside, which is probably the honest way to experience it.