Gower by bus route

The Quadrant bus station. Swansea has various buses travelling around the Gower coast. It also has little pocket time tables which are very handy for light travelers.

They also run trips to local markets. There is part of the Quadrant pick up areas for airport travel which are all run by friendly staff.

The buses for the Gower Coast includes Llangennith, Pennard Cliffs and Rhossili and many more. Your family or friends will enjoy your holidays without the stress of driving.

Departures			Weekdays			Sundays & BHM
Time	Service	Days	Time	Service	Days	Time	Service	Days
0750	118	M-Sa	1410	118	M-Sa	0830	118	SBH*
0910	118	M-Sa	1510	118	SSH	0940	114	SBH*
1010	118	M-Sa	1530	118	Sch	1130	118	SBH
1110	118	M-Sa	1640	118	M-Sa	1310	118	SBH
1210	118	M-Sa	1750	118	M-Sa	1530	118	SBH
1310	118	M-Sa	1935	118	M-Sa	1710	118	SBH

 Rhossili Church

Rhossili church is situated upon the cliff top in the village. It was originally built during the 6th Century by the Anglo-Normans some time before 1150, at the bottom of the cliff but during the 13th century there was a huge storm which hit the west coast of Gower with gales of rain, wind which covered the church with sand. There is some documents in earlier charts that Rhossili is dedicated to St. Cynwal.

Rhossili Church

Photo copyright by Stella Elphick

http://www.explore-gower.co.uk/Content/pid=52.html

Swansea to get a wider appreciation of events

The erection of an extra-large television screen in the centre of Swansea, is already under starters orders. The eight and a half metre wide screen will soon become an integral part of the city at Castle Square. 

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The screen will be available for viewing, for up to 16 hours a day, and its audience will be able to see a feast of wide-ranging programmes, which will include sporting events such as The Olympic Games, live international football and rugby, as well as a host of community activities featuring charities and art groups.

In fact, it has been confirmed by the local press, that the BBC intends bankrolling the project , that will see a number of these super-screens installed in cities, across the length and breadth of the UK.

www.thisisswansea.co.uk

VERDI’S ICECREAM PARLOUR,MUMBLES

 Verdi’s is situated in Mumbles on the Promenade, overlooking the bay. It offers a mouthwatering selection  of icecreams, sundaes and sorbets in any flavour you want! They specialise in authentic pasta and pizza dishes, many of which are prepared  to a high standard of traditional family recipes. You can also sample open sandwiches, bagettes and jacket potatoes Verdi’s is included in:

“ THE  ALL SEASONS GOURMET CATERERS FOR SWANSEA” .

Verdi’s is a family run restaurant, and are proud to be able to boast that all their chefs have” FIVE  STAR RATINGS” . It’s a combination of the icecream parlour, cafe and a licenced restaurant. It’s open the whole year round with ample seating inside and out.

 After a leisurely stroll along the promenade, why not pay a visit to Verdi’s and relax in the tranquil ambiance  and very nice surroundings.

In the summer, sit outside with your coffee and watch the world go by! Or simply “chill out” and enjoy the sea views. In winter, castoff the ”winter blues”, meet your friends and put the world to right!

Images used with permission of Verdi’s cafe, Mumbles.

Where to stay in Swansea/Mumbles

Swansea coastal road runs the full length of Swansea all the way to Mumbles and Blackpill. There are numerous Hotels and Guest Houses along this route with stunning views over the bays.

There is the Swansea to Mumbles train which has a lot of history plus some of the local public houses display some fantastic paintings of the old days.

There is a regular bus route from the Quadrant bus station which will take you to from Swansea to Mumbles and Gower areas also in information you can pick up leaflets on places to visit  and what entertainment is available.

Gower Explorer which connects most parts of the Gower. The route map is available by clicking here. 

There is also a new library in Swansea County hall on Oystermouth Road were you can have access to go on computers and visit the google website to look up sites where you are going to visit.

Photo by Melilotus

Swansea City is full of hustle and bustle with a good access to local sights hope you visit soon. 

A Days Shopping In Swansea.

Shopping in Swansea is a ladies paradise!. Anything from shoes and bags to the latest designer outfits and accessories.

Oxford Street is the hub of the shopping area with an extensive variety of stores.

There are many pubs and restaurants for you to relax after a busy day of “retail therapy”!

A visit to Swansea Market is a must! It claims to be the largest indoor market in Wales, where local traders offer a vast selection of fresh produce, mainly home grown. Also cards and gifts, flowers and plants confectionery fresh meat and much more!

Swansea Market

 Photo by Le Kizz

Take home a Welsh souvenir to remember your day and sample a Welsh delicacy of cockles and lavabread!

Your day won’t be complete without a visit to The Quadrant where you will find something for everyone, and there’s plenty of parking too!

The Quadrant

Photo by Swansea Photographer
Copyright: Tyron Francis

A Night Out In Swansea.

The Grand Theatre is a great night out . Take in a show and visit the restaurant, for a meal in floodlights. For the younger generation there is Wind St which is known for its many bars and restaurants.

Hen and stag nights are often seen enjoying themselves, also you’ve  got the Kingsway for the new Oceania which has a themed range of bars and dance floors which are of diffrent age groups.

There is also a wide variety of cuisine from all over the world. St  Helen’s road, coming off the Kingsway has Indian and Chinese restaurants for all late night diners.

If you are looking for a cooked breakfast late morning then Sam’s cafe is the place to go, just off St Helen’s Road and for a real treat try Joe’s ice cream parlour, easy to spot from Sam’s. I am posting a map of some of the local areas I have written about.

Caswell & Langland Bays

Caswell and Langland bays are amongst the most prestigious holiday locations in the Swansea area. Their beaches are frequently inhabited by surfers, boating enthusiasts or people just out for a casual stroll with their dogs.
Over the years, Caswell has been an attractive little resort synonymous with family entertainment, including a number of wide-ranging activities. It also has a cafeteria with a friendly atmosphere and ample parking space for 50 to 60 vehicles.
Langland, on the other hand, is historically noted for being both more cosmopolitan and conservative . However, it remains a charming playground, with the Brasserie and adjacent golf course making it well worth a visit.

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Parc Tawe

Parc Tawe is a large business and leisure sector of Swansea, which incorporates a number of supermarkets, banks, restaurants and a wide-ranging variety of other commercial activities.

It has been designed to create wealth and provide people with a more accessible way of shopping, provided they own a form of private transport.

In terms of social levity, Lake Fendrod is a fundamental necessity to this Business/Industrial Park. It provides the park with a natural habitat for swans and other assorted wildlife. Indeed families with young children, can be regularly seen feeding the birds, whilst mostly young men try both their skills and patience with a multitude of fishing pursuits.

Photo by Nigel Davies http://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/860

 To allow greater visitations to the parc, please introduce public transport service. 

The Sky’s the limit for The Liberty Stadium

The Liberty Stadium is a multi-functional complex in the heart of Swansea, which allows the public at large to be entertained by their sporting heroes. It also plays host to business conferences, ballroom dances, weddings and many other regional and national events in Wales and the UK.

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 Since its construction in 2005, The Liberty Stadium has been the venue for many sporting contests for both Swansea City and The Ospreys.  Both sets of supporters have been enthralled by the natural skills of the likes of Gavin Henson and James Hook with the oval ball, whilst Leon Britton and Jason Scotland have been talented exponents of the round ball game.

The Liberty recently gained international recognition as being one of the principal venues for the recent Under-19’s rugby World Cup, which was heralded as a major success.

To cap it all, an estimated attendance of 25,000 people, witnessed a musical extravaganza by the Keyboard Wizard of Rock, Sir Elton John, receiving numerous creditable plaudits from the local press.