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We are Swansea Ramblers. Come with us and discover the pleasures of walking in the Swansea area and beyond. We look forward to seeing you on one of our walks.

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Overview

A coastal and inland walk between Oxwich and Horton.

There will be lovely views over Oxwich Bay as we head to the beautiful and historic St. Illtyd’s Church. We will not be able to go inside but we’ll pass through the Churchyard where there are graves of German sailors who drowned during WWII. 

We then continue our walk on the Wales Coast Path. 

There will then be an ascent of about 200 steps before we descend through Oxwich Woods (where we should see lots of flowers). 

Emerging from the woodland, we will have stunning coastal views as we go along the Wales Coast Path towards Horton.

Our return will be inland from Horton across to Western Slade and continuing to Oxwich Green before descending gradually back into Oxwich. 

Toilets: In Oxwich at the start

Terrain: Uneven with ascents and descents

 

Social after walk:

Afterwards, we will go for refreshments to The Oxwich Bay Hotel.

Sunday, 18 May 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Directions: 

  • Head west on A4118, passing through Parkmill and Penmaen
  • Turn left downhill in front of the Castle Folly, signposted Oxwich
  • At crossroads, Turn left
  • Turn right into hotel car park
  • PARK IN LARGE PARKING AREA AT REAR

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SS 50131 86315
Nearest postcode:
SA3 1ND
what3words:
compiler.flipper.reminder
Start time:
10:00 am

Oxwich: Oxwich Bay Hotel REAR Car Park | Lat/Long: 51.5557, -4.1632

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