Castles

History in Gower Gower is steeped in History. It has been inhabited since prehistoric times with stone age man having left his mark throughout the peninsular in the form of cave dwellings to burial chambers. The Roman Retreat saw the rise of great saints of the Celtic Church, St David, St Teilo and St Illtyd. The normans contributed by building castles. Then the Industrial Revolution brought extensive quarrying and farming and today Tourism in this the first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Castles Pennard Castle This castle can be seen across the valley from our campsite ! It is situated high above Three Cliffs Bay - the remains have revealed a communal hall. Free viewing. Penrice Castle This castle also dates from the 13th century. It was the seat of the Mansel dynasty. Free viewing. Oxwich Castle Built in the 16th century to replace the abandoned Penrice castle. With walls over 60 feet high, there are views over Oxwich Bay towards Pwll Du Head. Admission charge. Oystermouth Castle Located in Mumbles and established in 1100 , this castle has been destroyed and rebuilt many times. Most of the remains date from the 13th century. Outdoor productions of Shakespere take place in the grounds during the summer months. Open daily easter - end of september. Admission charge. Woebly Castle This castle is in excellent repair and also has a small exhibition centre. Open daily all year. Admission charge. Gower Bone Caves Bacon Hole Located at Hunts Bay - remains of prehistoric animals and Iron Age Man found here can be seen at Swansea Museum Cathole This is found close to Giants Grave in Park Woods and is an important inland bone cave. Paviland Cave Probably the most famous of Gower's bone caves. The 'Red Lady of Paviland' was a man found along with 800 stone implements and animal bones. Burial Chambers of Gower Arthur's Stone Located on Cefn Bryn near the village of Reynoldston, this 25 ton stone roofs this neolithic tomb. This is probably one of Gowers most impressive monuments. Sewyn's Howes This consists of two small poorly preserved tombs which it is said are the burial site of Swey who was the viking king that gave his name to Swansea. Giants Grave A chambered long barrow of excellent repair. The remains of 24 people were found inside when it was origionally excavated.