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Christine Roberts & Ruth Stephens

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Overview

We will begin the walk by going through Norton then into the grounds of Oystermouth Castle where there may be some mud.

We’ll descend into Mumbles and follow the promenade in the direction of Swansea.

On the promenade, we will stop for refreshments at Ripples before we return to the start point.

Stiles:  There are no stiles on this walk.
Toilets: Available at Oystermouth Castle Grounds and Ripples.
 

Thursday, 20 March 2025
Start time:
11:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
4.8km / 3.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Directions:  
•    From Swansea, head west on Mumbles Road
•    At the mini roundabout in West Cross
•    Take 2nd exit to ascend Fairwood Road
•    Take 1st left onto West Cross Lane
•    Take 1st right into Grange Road

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly
  • Introductory walk
  • No car needed
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
SS 61274 89331
Nearest postcode:
SA3 5LS
what3words:
scars.gently.trip
Start time:
11:00 am

West Cross: Grange Road: (On street parking) | Lat/Long: 51.5857, -4.0035

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking