Swansea on the Welsh Coastal Path

Caswell Bay to Swansea Marina – on the Wales Coast Path

A largely urban section through rugged coastal scenery to Mumbles Head, then round the long arc of Swansea Bay

Outline

Distance: 9 miles / 14 kilometres

Start: Caswell Bay – SS 593 877

Finish: Trafalgar Bridge, Swansea Marina – SS 663 924

Maps: Ordnance Survey Explorer 164 and 165, Landranger 159

Services: There are pubs, cafés, takeaways, shops and toilets throughout this section, which is never far from an urban area. There are also B&Bs and hotels in Langland, Mumbles and Swansea, as well as banks, cash points, post offices and pharmacies in Mumbles and Swansea. Swansea TIC: 01792 468321 | tourism@swansea.gov.uk.

Where to stay: Swansea accommodation is plentiful and includes:

ibis Swansea

Village Hotel Swansea

The Grand Hotel

Morgans Hotel

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea

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Plan your trip

Wales is a dream destination for independent travellers. The Welsh Coastal Path is easy to reach by bus, train and plane, hire car or campervan. Stay in a cosy hotel, holiday home or friendly B&B. And don’t forget holiday insurance. It pays to plan ahead. Book Now

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Local tours

While you’re here, why not enjoy more of Wales’ rich heritage, history and landscape?