Vernon Watkins

A blue plaque on a terraced house in Pennard marks where one of Wales' most celebrated poets once lived and worked. Vernon Watkins spent much of his life in this quiet corner of the Gower Peninsula, drawing inspiration from the wild coastline that shaped his verse. The house itself isn't open to the public - this is simply a literary pilgrimage for those who appreciate his connection to Dylan Thomas and the Welsh poetic tradition.

Walking past the modest dwelling, you get a sense of how the landscape must have influenced his writing. The nearby clifftops and sweeping views towards Three Cliffs Bay provided the backdrop for some of his most memorable work. Poetry enthusiasts will find it moving to stand where Watkins penned letters to Thomas and crafted his nature-focused verses.

Honestly, it's a five-minute stop rather than a destination in itself. Unless you're already exploring Pennard or heading to the coast, it's probably not worth a special journey. Combine it with a walk along the nearby coastal path for a proper afternoon out.

Families staying at Three Cliffs Bay Holiday Park or Nicholaston Farm will find it an easy detour on the way to better-known Gower attractions. The real draw here is the literary connection rather than anything visual - perfect for book lovers but likely to leave children wondering what all the fuss is about.