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Mumbles
Town, free entry
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Mumbles is famous for its small, independent shops and boutiques, selling everything from high-end fashion to casual surfing gear; traditionally-carved Welsh lovespoons to American folk art; local seafood to continental charcuterie and handmade chocolates.
Or treat yourself to a relaxing spell in one of the several beauty salons dotted around the village, providing services from award-winning hairstyling, to holistic massage therapy and luxury spa treatments. Most shops and salons are concentrated in the Newton Road, Dunns Lane and Mumbles Road areas.
Nearby beaches include Bracelet Bay and Limeslade Bay, both just minutes from Mumbles' shops and restaurants. Wake up and take in that sea air and experience one of many activities in the area, whether it's a boat trip or a walk along the coast.
Mumbles has been settled since ancient times, and its history is still very much on display throughout the village. Mumbles Lighthouse, built in 1794, still warns passing boats of undersea sand banks – you can view it best from Mumbles' Victorian pier.
Mediaeval Oystermouth Castle was once home and fortress for the Norman Lords of Gower, and hosts outdoor theatre performances during the summer months.
Prices
Free entry
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Address
Swansea,
SA3 4DH
Directions
Map reference: SS 617881 Lat: 51.57500 Long: -3.99700
By Train: Frequent trains run direct from London Paddington, Bristol, Cardiff, Newport, Hereford, Shrewsbury, Crewe and Manchester to the Swansea Bay area, and there are good connections from north-east, south, and south west England. Buses leave from outside the train station, which will connect you to the main Quadrant Bus Station. The station is only a 15-minute walk from the 5-mile sweep of Swansea Bay.
By Bus: Frequent bus service from Swansea central
By Car: The M4 motorway runs directly to Swansea Bay. Journey time from London is just a 3½ hour drive and 2¾ hours from Birmingham.
The Mumbles land train (Swansea Bay Rider): runs along the seafront from Blackpill to Knab Rock
Cycle Route: a dedicated cycle path runs along Swansea Bay's seafront promenade
Accessible by Public Transport: 5 miles from Swansea station
Nearby
Facilities
Baby changing facilities
Cash Point
Coach parties accepted
Credit cards accepted (with charge)
Currency Exchange
Disabled toilets
Education/study area
Facilities for groups
Facilities for educational visits
Gift shop
On-site catering
On-site light refreshments
Postbox
Public toilets
Pushchairs available
Regional Tourist Board Member
Telephone (public)
Welcome Host
Wheelchairs available
Accepts groups
Facilities for conferencing
Facilities for corporate hospitality
Leisure facilities onsite
Mobile phone coverage
Grounds for outdoor activities
Children welcome
Disabled access
Dogs accepted
Smoking allowed
Wedding receptions