Horton and Port Eynon

Swansea Group

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Overview

Description: A circular walk from Horton to Overton Cliff and around the coast to Port Eynon.

As well as fabulous views, points of interest include:

evidence of how the sea level has changed
a walled sea cave once used by smugglers
evidence of one thriving industry
the remains of a sunken forest.

Social after the walk

Afterwards, we will go for refreshments to The King Arthur in Reynoldston

Saturday, 14 June 2025

Start time:: 11:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:: 213.4m / 700ft
Type:: circular

Website:: https://www.swansearamblers.org.uk/

Directions:

Follow A4118 west to Scurlage and continue on the same road towards Port Eynon.
Take first left then the next right, signposted for Horton.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Car parking available
Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:: SS 47347 85582
Nearest postcode:: SA3 1LQ
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Start time:: 11:00 am

Horton: Car Park at Horton Bay (charge) | Lat/Long: 51.5484, -4.2029

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