Is Oxwich Bay Nice?

Oxwich Bay is one of Gower’s most popular beaches, with good access, plenty of parking, shops and two and half miles of golden sand backed by sand dunes, salt marshes and woodland. It is a haven for all types of water sports including, diving, sailing, water-skiing and windsurfing, with a slipway to the beach.

What facilities are at Oxwich Bay?

Oxwich Bay

• Type of beach. Sandy.
• Lifeguard service. No.
• Dogs friendly beach? Dogs allowed. Dogs are allowed on the beach all year round. Glamorgan dog friendly beaches »
• Activities. Kayaking/canoeing. Diving & snorkelling. Jet-skiing. Sailing. Swimming/bathing. Surfing. Wind surfing.
• Facilities. Cafe/restaurant. Toilets.

Where is Oxwich Bay in Wales?

the Gower Peninsula
Oxwich Bay (Welsh: Bae Oxwich) is a bay on the south of the Gower Peninsula, Wales.

Who owns Oxwich Bay Beach?

the Penrice Estate
Visiting Oxwich The main access to the Oxwich National Nature Reserve and car park is owned by the Penrice Estate. The estate owns part of Oxwich beach and provides visitor facilities including toilets and two shops selling refreshments, beach toys and equipment. There is also a beachfront restaurant near the car park.

Are there toilets at Oxwich Bay?

Toilets. Public toilets can be found at the western end of the beach, beneath the trees.

Can you have BBQ on Oxwich beach?

Oxwich, Gower Three Cliffs is Gower’s prettiest beach, but it’s a hefty walk if you’re carrying BBQ stuff. The neighbouring Oxwich is lovely in its own right and it has a car park, which makes life much easier. For the best experience, stock up on meat and fish at Swansea’s covered market, the largest in Wales.

Can you have a BBQ on Oxwich beach?

Can you park overnight at Oxwich Bay?

Oxwich Bay Hotel carpark. We stayed in here on Saturday night, they were so helpful and very happy for us to stay in the carpark for the night in return for a couple of drinks. We decided to have our evening meal there too! Which they hand delivered to the van when ready.

Are there lifeguards at Oxwich?

Lifeguard. Oxwich Bay is not a lifeguarded beach so please take care and be alert when in the water. For tide times, we recommend www.tideschart.com.

Where is Oxwich Bay on South Wales?

Oxwich Bay on the Gower Peninsula of South Wales. Oxwich Bay (Welsh: Bae Oxwich) is a bay on the south of the Gower Peninsula, Wales. Its landscape features sand dunes, salt marshes and woodland.

Can you walk to Oxwich Bay Beach?

You can walk across the great expanse of sand towards Tor Bay and Three Cliffs Bay and on a low tide you can walk as far as Pobbles Bay. Oxwich Bay Beach is dog friendly with dogs allowed on the beach all year.

Is there a public footpath from Oxwich to Port Eynon?

There is a public footpath along the cliffs from Oxwich Bay, around Oxwich Point, and to Port Eynon Bay. Buses run every couple of hours between Oxwich and Port Eynon.

Where are the best beaches in Gower?

Oxwich Bay is one of Gower’s most popular beaches, with good access, plenty of parking, shops and two and half miles of golden sand backed by sand dunes, salt marshes and woodland. It is a haven for all types of water sports including, diving, sailing, water-skiing and windsurfing, with a slipway to the beach.