The village of Llangennith or "Llangenydd"
(meaning Church of St Cenydd) nestles between the slopes of three hills;
Llanmadoc Hill, Rhossili Down and Hardingsdown. The latter is the smallest
of the red sandstone hills and has a number of iron age earthworks on
its slopes.
Llangennith is a popular destination with families and surfers (it
even has its own surf shop). Even before surfing became popular, the
sea was the focal point of the village, given its setting at the foot
of the hills. There must be as many tales involving shipwrecks and smuggling
in Llangennith, as exists for their neighbours in Horton and Port Eynon or Brandy
Cove, Bishopston.
The church in Llangennith is the largest in Gower and is believed to
have evolved from St Cenydd's Priory, founded in the 6th century and
hence giving its name to the village.
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Hardingsdown
Bunkhouse, Llangennith: |
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| Gower's first bunkhouse, situated
on a working farm. Suitable for individuals, families or groups
of up to 14 people. Bookings on a nightly, few nights or weekly
basis. Comfortable accommodation. No smoking. Drying room available.
Phone Allison on 01792 386222 or email |
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Little
Hill End, Llangennith: |
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| Detached cottage sleeping 5. Two bedrooms; (1 double,
1 double & 1 single bed). Wood burning stove. Pets welcome.
Pretty cottage garden. 1/4 mile from Llangennith beach. WTB 4*
Phone Jo on 01792 390554, (mob 07813 446317) or email piltonmoor@gmail.com |
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Little
Hill End Barn, Llangennith: |
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| Beautiful stone barn conversion sleeping 2 in one
double galleried bedroom. No smokers, pets by arrangement. Bed linen
provided. 5 mins walk to Llangennith beach. Suitable for a romantic
break. Phone 01792 390554, (mob 07813 446317) or email piltonmoor@gmail.com |
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Bryn-y-mor
Cottage, Llangennith: |
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| Semi detached cottage
sleeping 5 (1 double (en-suite), 1 twin, 1 single). No pets. Panoramic views of the coastline. Prices
all inclusive. Bed
linen & tea towels provided. Phone 01792 386259 |
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Plum Cottage, Llangennith: |
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| Pretty annexe to Victorian farmhouse. Sleeps 4 + cot (1 double, 3ft bunks). Traditional farmhouse kitchen/comfortable living room. Lovely views. Private garden area. 1 well behaved dog welcome. No smoking. £400-600/week. Available March to November. 01792 386214 or email |
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Sea
View, Llangennith: |
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| Two bedroom cottage with spectacular views
of Worms Head and the sweep of Llangennith Bay. Sleeps 4 (1 double,
1 twin). Sun porch. No pets. Phone 01792 386206 or email |
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Stormy
Castle , Llangennith: |
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| Self catered house with spectacular views.
Sleeps up to 14 adults. Perfect for families & kids. In 6 acres
of private land and adjoins Rhossili Downs. No pets please. 5-10
mins walk along footpath to Rhossili beach. Surf, sea, sand, BBQs
& sunsets |
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Well
Cottage, Llangennith: |
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| Charming,
traditional cottage sleeping up to 4 people in 2 double rooms. No
smoking. Pets by arrangement. Garden with views to Rhossili Bay.
Phone 01792 281118, 07970 160380 or email |
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Delvid Stables, Llangennith: |
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| A perfect beach house. 17th C converted stone stable set on 10-acre property. 2 mins from beach. Full of character & charm. Log burner. 2 bedrooms, upstairs sitting room. All modern conveniences. Gardens galore & private BBQ area. Sleeps 4. |
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Broughton Bay Cottage, Llangennith: |
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| Modern, detached holiday home set in peaceful surroundings with spectacular views over Broughton Bay and within easy walking distance to the beach. Sleeping up to 5 people (1 double & 1 single in one bedroom plus 1 sofa bed). No smoking or pets. 01792 386720 or email |
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The Cross, Llangennith: |
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| Located in the centre of Llangennith, this traditional comfortable and cosy cottage sleeps 8 people in 4 bedrooms, with 2 bathrooms. Enclosed front and back gardens with sea views. |
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Western
House, Llangennith: |
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| Situated half a mile from the main beach,
this 100 year old farmhouse has three rooms (2 doubles and 1 family
room). Charges from £30 per person per night, variable price
for children. Well behaved dogs welcome. Phone
01792 386620 or email |
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King's
Head, Llangennith: |
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| 7 high standard, en-suite rooms
with power showers; 4 doubles & 3 twins. Some rooms with sea
views, some with disabled facilities. Family rooms available on
request. No smoking. AA 4*. 01792 386212 or email |
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Delfyd Caravan, Llangennith: |
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| Self-contained caravan with spectacular views on North Gower small holding. Surrounded by; fields, hills, woodlands and salt-marsh within walking distance. Access to dunes and beach – approx 200 strides. Studio & fully equipped darkroom available. |
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| Churches and Chapels |
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Llangennith,
St. Cenydd's Church |
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| Amenities in Llangennith (for
other amenities in Gower and the local area, please click here) |
| Places to eat
and drink |
Blas Gwyr, Llangennith
Eddys at Hillend Caravan Site, Llangennith
The
King's Head, Llangennith - 386212 |
| General amenities |
PJ's
Surf Shop, Llangennith - 386669
Gower Gym, Llangennith 386770 |
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Please view the area map, to get your bearings and familiarise yourself with the roads. Below are the approximate travelling times by car to the various villages. To view their facilities, please click on the specific village page (where applicable) or view the complete directory. |
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Village |
mins by car |
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| Bishopston (and Kittle, Murton) |
25 |
Penclawdd (and Blue Anchor, Cilonnen, Crofty, Llanmorlais, Welshmoor, Wernffrwd) |
20 |
| Dunvant |
25 |
Penmaen (and Nicholaston) |
20 |
| Horton |
20 |
Pennard (and Southgate) |
25 |
| Llangennith |
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Port Eynon (and Overton, Scurlage) |
15 |
| Llanmadoc (and Cheriton, Cwm Ivy) |
15 |
Reynoldston (and Burry, Burry Green, Knelston, Llandewi) |
15 |
| Llanrhidian (and Cilibion, Oldwalls) |
15 |
Rhossili (and Middleton, Pilton Green, Pitton) |
20 |
| Mumbles (and Langland) |
30 |
Swansea |
30 |
| Oxwich (and Slade) |
25 |
Three Crosses |
20 |
| Parkmill (and Ilston, Llethryd, Lunnon) |
20 |
Upper Killay |
25 |
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