For a small village with a population of less than two hundred, it has alot to offer. It boasts a number of thatched cottages, two castles and a National Nature Reserve with a wide variety of bird and plant life and if that just isn't enough, then there is always the bay with its glorious sand dunes, towering cliffs and shady woods.

Much of the traffic that travels to the bay bypasses Oxwich village itself, but the beautiful approach road travels down through the woods and out into the salt marshes and the Reserve.

The cottage where John Wesley stayed when he came to Gower.

Oxwich also has a close connection with the start of Methodism in The Gower Peninsula, as John Wesley stayed in this lovely little thatched cottage when he came to Gower between 1762 and 1773.

Beaches

Oxwich Bay

Nicholaston Burrows

Churches and Chapels

Oxwich, St. Illtyd's Church

The Church of St. Illtyd stands partially hidden on the approach to Oxwich Point. The site has been recognised as a place of worship for the past 1500 years.

Self Catering

Ash Cottage, Oxwich:

Two self-contained apartments, sleeping 3 (1 double, 1 single) and 4 (1 double, 1 twin). Both have own patio & BBQ area. Price all inclusive. Bed linen & towels provided. 4 mins from beach and nature reserve. No smoking or pets. Phone 01792 391207 or email

82 and 85 Oxwich Leisure Park, Oxwich Bay:

Two fully equipped detached bungalows, each accomodating 4 people. Cleanliness our priority. Sorry no pets. Discount for 2 people. WTB 3* Enquiries to: Mr M J Crombie, Bayholme, Oxwich, Gower, SA3 1LS. Tel. 01792 390874 (Summer) 01792 390785 (Winter)

Bayholme Cottage, Oxwich Bay:

"Bayholme" was featured on television in the BBC TV Holiday programme, as it boasts a 5* award with cleanliness being of prime importance. Accommodating 5 people and only 200yds from the beach. Discount for 2 people. 01792 390874 (Summer) 01792 390785 (Winter)

Hillside, Oxwich:

Recently refurbished semi-detached house, sleeping up to 6 (1 double, 1 twin). 200 yds from beach. 1 shower room, 1 bathroom. Bed linen & towels provided. Patio & parking. No pets or smoking. Phone 01792 391101 or email

68 Oxwich Leisure Park, Oxwich:

Comfortable holiday bungalow on Oxwich Leisure Park, sleeps 4 (1 double, 1 twin). Short walk to the beach. Available March to October. Short breaks available on request. Pets by arrangement, no smoking. WTB 3*. Please ring 01685 383513 or email.

49 Oxwich Leisure Park, Oxwich:

Immaculate holiday bungalow on Oxwich Leisure Park. Sleeps 4 (1 double, 1 twin) Patio, outstanding views, short walk to beach. Sorry no smoking or pets. Part week & weekends available. Tel Mike 07919 696798

62 Oxwich Leisure Park, Oxwich:

A peaceful holiday bungalow sleeping four persons (1 double room & 1 twin room). Patio with pleasant views. Short walk to beach. No smoking or pets. Available March to October. Ring 01656 650909 or email

Old Post Office Apartment, Oxwich:

Detached bungalow sleeping 4 (one double room, one double sofa bed). Bed linen and towels provided. No pets. No smoking. Price all inclusive. Full c/h. Short walk to the beach.
Phone 01792 390686

Woodside Apartments, Oxwich:

Two spacious and well equipped apartments situated 200 yards from Oxwich beach, 100 yards from the Nature Reserve and backed by the woods. Sleeping 2-3 and 2-5. Centrally heated, no stairs, parking, bed linen, heating/lighting included. Open all year. Sorry no pets.

High Kiln Bank, Slade, Oxwich:

Situated in the southern most position in Slade, with uninterrupted sea views, this newly refurbished, well-equipped south facing property sleeps 6+ in 3 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms. 5 mins walk to secluded beach. Phone 07752 311956 or email

58 Oxwich Leisure Park, Oxwich:

A peacefully located holiday bungalow sleeping four persons (1 double room & 1 twin room). Digital TV, DVD, stereo etc. South facing patio with furniture and pleasant views. Short walk to beach. No smoking or pets. Available March to October. Ring 07973 623799 or email.

66 Oxwich Leisure Park, Oxwich:

An easily managed 2 bedroom bungalow, sleeps 4 (1 double, 1 twin), lounge/diner with TV, bathroom with shower, modern kitchen. Sunny patio. Open mid March to October. Short breaks available, one small dog allowed. No smoking. Phone 01792 390342 or email

Slade Barn, Slade (near Oxwich):

Luxury barn conversion, finished to very high standard. Sleeps 6 (2 doubles,1 twin. All en-suite). Bed linen & towels provided. Pets allowed. No smoking. Free Wi-Fi. TV & DVD. 5 minutes walk from quiet beach. Short breaks available. Contact 01792 391551 or email

West Winds, Slade (near Oxwich):

Situated in a spectacular position in over an acre of gardens with uninterrupted sea views over the sands. This newly refurbished property sleeps 8: 3 double bedrooms downstairs and self-contained first floor flat for 2. Secluded sandy beach. Phone 07813 567853 or email.

57 Oxwich Leisure Park, Oxwich:

Situated on a tranquil leisure park within walking distance of stunning Oxwich Bay, this delightful bungalow sleeps 4 (1 double, 1 bunk beds). Large south facing patio. Parking. No smoking or pets. Bookings March-October. Call 07923580181 or 07983772939 or email

Amenities in Oxwich (for other amenities in Gower and the local area, please click here)

Oxwich Castle, Oxwich:

Oxwich Castle is a castle in name only. It is actually a grand Tudor mansion built in courtyard style with panoramic views. Owned by Cadw. Phone 01792 390359 for opening hours.

Places to eat and drink

The Oxwich Bay, Oxwich 390329

General amenities

Coffee shop, general stores and gifts
Coastguard Station

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.

Village	mins by car	Village	mins by car

Bishopston (and Kittle, Murton)	15	Penclawdd (and Blue Anchor, Cilonnen, Crofty, Llanmorlais, Welshmoor, Wernffrwd)	25
Dunvant	20	Penmaen (and Nicholaston)	10
Horton	15	Pennard (and Southgate)	15
Llangennith	25	Port Eynon (and Overton, Scurlage)	15
Llanmadoc (and Cheriton, Cwm Ivy)	20	Reynoldston (and Burry, Burry Green, Knelston, Llandewi)	15
Llanrhidian (and Cilibion, Oldwalls)	15	Rhossili (and Middleton, Pilton Green, Pitton)	20
Mumbles (and Langland)	20	Swansea	30
Oxwich (and Slade)	0	Three Crosses	15
Parkmill (and Ilston, Llethryd, Lunnon)	10	Upper Killay	15

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