Pwlldu Point

The cliffs at Pwlldu drop sheer into the Bristol Channel, and on a clear day you can see right across to Devon. It's a proper coastal walk rather than a stroll - the path's steep in places and the wind can knock you sideways - but the reward is genuine solitude and some of the best views on the Gower Peninsula.

You're looking at rocky outcrops, sea birds if you're lucky, and that satisfying stretch of wild coastline that's free from the tourist crowds that pile into nearby Three Cliffs Bay. The terrain is rough underfoot, so bring proper boots, and the walk works best at lower tide if you want to explore the beach itself. Two hours allows a decent circuit without rushing.

This is walker territory. Families with young kids might find it a bit much, though older ones who don't mind a scramble will be fine. Birdwatchers come here seriously. It's not a destination in itself - you wouldn't drive an hour just for Pwlldu - but if you're based at one of the Gower caravan parks like Three Cliffs Bay Holiday Park or Nicholaston Farm, it's absolutely worth the detour on a good weather day.

The nearest proper facilities are back in Swansea, so pack water and a snack. There's no visitor centre or facilities at the point itself. Admission is free. Time it for late afternoon when the light's golden and most day-trippers have gone home - that's when it feels genuinely special.