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Worms Head, Rhossili

The village of Reynoldston

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Arthur's Stone on Cefn Bryn, with views over the Loughor Estuary.  

Reynoldston is situated on the Western slopes of Cefn Bryn, in the heart of Gower. It is thought to have derived its name from one of the early Lords of Gower, Reginald de Breos.

Reynoldston is the intersection of North and South Gower and has the advantage of sharing the views of both landscapes. From the top of Cefn Bryn, the second highest point on Gower and whose prominent skyline dominates most of the views, you can wonder at the breathtaking scenery.

 

On a clear day, you can not only see the coastline of the peninsula, but over the Bristol Channel to Lundy Island, Devon and Exmoor, North towards the Brecon Beacons and West to Carmarthenshire.

Arthur's Stone pictured above is a Neolithic tomb. There are many legends and tales associated with it. One in particular speaks of a local miller, who cut a piece off the stone to use as a millstone, but once it was apart, was too heavy to move. The separated piece has laid in its fallen state since.
Another legend mentions that the stone was a pebble in King Arthur's boot. once he had removed it from his boot, he threw it across the water and it came to land on Cefn Bryn. Watch out if you are around on Old Year's Night (New Year's Eve). The stone is supposed to get up and go down to the sea for a drink!

     
Looking South West from Cefn Bryn towards Reynoldston  

The village also has a strong connection with the Lucas family who have been part of Gower for 500 years. They built Stouthall and had strong connections with the Salt House at Port Eynon and the Old Rectory in Rhossili. Stouthall can be seen as the grand country house at the Southern end of Reynoldston towards Knelston.
(A good book to read is A Gower Family by Robert Lucas, ISBN 0 86332 126 7)

 

     
Landscape    
     
     
Cefn Bryn is a common. which means that any farmers that have Commoner's Rights on the Bryn can graze their animals there. Horses, cows and sheep wander freely over the common ... and the road. Please take care when driving, too many four-legged lives are lost each year and it is not always through the driver's negligence. A dark animal, stepping out suddenly in front of a car on a dark night, just simply cannot be seen, so please, SLOW DOWN.
     
Bed & Breakfast
 
Click to enlarge Wyndgarth House, Reynoldston: more
  • Two double bedrooms ensuite
  • One single bedroom ensuite
  • Wales Tourist Board 5 Star
  • £55 to £65 per room per night for Double/twin
  • Welcome Host Gold Award
  • Ample Parking
  • No Smoking or Pets
  • Colour TV, Hospitality tray etc in rooms
  • Telephone 01792 390140 or email
Click to enlarge Sunnyside Farm, Llandewi, Nr. Reynoldston:
Quiet location, 10-15 mins drive for the beaches of Oxwich, Horton & Rhossili. Two rooms; 1 twin & 1 family room (1 double & 1 bunks). No smoking. Pets by arrangement. Hospitality trays in each room. WTB 1*. No charge for children under 3 years. 01792 390194
Click to enlarge White Stile, Knelston, Nr. Reynoldston:
WTB 4* with countryside views on a working farm & lovely walks. Central location to all beaches. Spacious double bedroom en-suite shower room (& folding bed). TV tea/coffee. Dining room & ample parking. No smoking or pets. Contact Christine on 01792 390922 or email
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Tanglewood, Knelston: more
Tanglewood is set in quiet & peaceful surroundings with countryside views. We offer three fresh, clean & spacious, en-suite rooms; 2 double rooms & 1 family room which has a double bed and full size bunk beds. WTB 3*. No smoking or pets. Phone 01792 391572 or email.
Click to enlarge Burry Farm, Burry, Reynoldston: more
Friendly farmhouse B&B on the outskirts of Reynoldston, sleeps 6, 1 double, 1 family room (1 double & 2 single beds). A perfect retreat for any time of year. Pets by arrangement, tv, tea/coffee. Phone Marian 01792 391018 after 3pm or email
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Mossman House, Reynoldston:

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WTB 4* Set within the heart of Reynoldston, we are a contemporary bed and breakfast and all our rooms our finished to a very high standard and offer everything you need to have a comfortable stay. Phone Rosie 01792 391502 or email.
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Hills Court, Reynoldston: *New*

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Large modern farmhouse near the centre of Reynoldston. Three spacious en-suite bathrooms with king size beds. Private guest lounge/dining room. No smoking, no pets. Drying room, storage for bikes/boards. Phone Jill on 01792 390882 or email
   
Self Catering  
Click to enlarge Brook Cottage, Burry: more
Rural idyll situated in the heart of Gower in a very quiet lane. Sleeps 5, (3 bedrooms; 1 double, 1 twin, 1 single). Large enclosed country garden. Price all inclusive, bed linen and towels provided. No smoking. Phone 01792 390787 or email
Click to enlarge Blackheath Cottage, Reynoldston: more
WTB 4*. 52 weeks, Sat-Sat or part-week avail. Sleeps up to 5; 1 double bedroom (k/s bed), 1 twin room. Suit 2 couples/family. Real ale pub 2 mins walk. No pets. No smoking. Glorious beaches 10 mins drive. Great walks £300-£650 p/w. Tel: 01234 823645 or email
Click to enlarge Sanctuary Cottage, Reynoldston: more
250 year old spacious cottage, recently refurbished. Sleeps 6 (1 double, 1 twin (or 2 twins), 1 full size bunks). Fully equipped. Very near to local inn serving food all day. Garden. Parking. No pets or smoking. Available all year. Travel cot. 01792 390677 or email.
Click to enlarge Burry Longhouse, Burry Green, Reynoldston: more
Period style 15th century longhouse, sleeping up to 5 (1 double, 1 twin). Open fire, exposed beams. Bed linen & towels. Full central heating. All inclusive. Pets by arrangement. Phone 01792 390035 or email
Click to enlarge Burry Cottage, Burry Green, Reynoldston: more
Traditional half-timbered barn conversion, sleeping up to 3 (1 kingsize bed, 1 foldaway bed). Feature fireplace with coal effect stove, exposed beams. Bed linen & towels. Electric heating. All inclusive. Pets by arrangement. Phone 01792 390035 or email
Click to enlarge Caelum Cottage , Reynoldston: more
WTB 4* accommodation. This comfortable, detached cottage enjoys a private garden with a terrace and large conservatory. Sleeps 8. Fully equipped kitchen. All utilities included. Linen and towels provided. Sorry – no smoking and no pets. Phone 07838 360230 or email
Click to enlarge Glen View Cottage, Reynoldston:   more
18th Century stone cottage. Sleeps 4 plus baby (1 double, 1 twin). Fri-Fri, part week & weekends available. Very family oriented. Linens & towels included. Pub across road, beaches 5-10 mins away. Tel: Kate 01792 390011 or email
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Hennyswell Farm, Reynoldston: more
Character property with stone walls, wood burning stove and oak flooring, sleeping up to 5 (1 double, 1 twin). Situated on a working farm. Large garden, fantastic views over the countryside. No smoking. Pets by arrangement. 01792 391051 or 07791 781004 or email
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Rheydn Apartment, Reynoldston: more
Cosy and contemporary ground floor apartment with log burning stove, sleeping up to 4 people (1 double room). Bed linen and towels provided. Central location gives good access to everything Gower has to offer. No smoking or pets. Phone 01792 391633 or email
Click to enlarge Sunnyside, Burry Green: more
Detached bungalow set in an enclosed garden, in the heart of Gower. Sleeping 5 (1 double, 1 room with bunks and a single bed). No smoking or pets. Full central heating. Bed linen and towels provided. Phone 07812 109555 or email
Click to enlarge Burry Farm, Burry, Reynoldston: more
Superb family accommodation sleeps 6; 1 double room, 1 family room (1 double & 2 single beds). Warm & cosy a perfect retreat for any time of year. Inclusive of bed linen & towels, full central heating. Pets by arrangement. Phone Marian 01792 391018 after 3pm or email
   
 
Churches and Chapels    
     
     
Amenities in Reynoldston (for other amenities in Gower, please click here)
   
Places to eat and drink The King Arthur, Reynoldston - 390775
Fairyhill, Reynoldston - 390139
General amenities Reynoldston Post Office and shop (Main post office for Gower) 390110
Opening times: (please see Gower directory)
     
Where is the nearest ...?
(Approx. mins by car)
 
Place to eat and drink
7

The Countryman, Scurlage 390431

10
The Ship Inn, Port Eynon
10
The Smugglers Haunt, Port Eynon 391257
10
The Oxwich Bay Hotel, Oxwich 390329
15
Welcome to Town Country Bistro, Llanrhidian - 390015
     
Grocery shop
7
The Village Shop, Scurlage 390077
Opening times:
Mon-Sat: 8am to 6pm
Sun: 8am to 4pm
3
The Texaco filling station, Knelston 380903
     
Doctors/chemist
7
Scurlage Surgery 390413
7
Chemist, Scurlage 390620
15
Pennard Surgery 234545
 
 
Hairdresser
7
Beachcombers, Scurlage 390433
 
 
Petrol Station
3
Knelston Service Station, Knelston 390903
 
 
Supermarket
15
CK's, Penclawdd
20
Tesco,Fforestfach
20
Tesco, Fabian Way
 
 
Vets
15
Gower Veterinary Surgery, Upper Killay 299111
 
 
Leisure centre / Swimming pool
7
South Gower Sports Club, Scurlage 390857
15
Gower Gym, Llangennith
20
Penyrheol Leisure Centre, Gorseinon, Swansea 232517
20
Burns Fitness Spa, Swansea 459282
20
Wales National Pool Swansea
     
Cinema/Theatre/Arts/ Museums
20
Taliesin Arts Centre, Swansea 602060
20
The Grand Theatre, Swansea 475715
20
UCI Cinema, Parc Tawe, Swansea 08700 10 20 30
 
20
National Waterfront Museum, Swansea 638950

   
 

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