Penrhyn Gwyr (Worms Head)

Penrhyn Gwyr (or Worms Head) is a tidal Island that can be accessed via the causeway during low tide. Crossing information can be found at the Information Point near the start of the causeway, as well as further information on the island from the lookouts manning the station.

Other points of Interest are the local caves and shipwrecks, and an anchor of the Samuel can be found near the causeway at low tide, which was carrying coal from Swansea when it crashed on the rocks in 1884.

The trail starts from the large car park in Rhossili and follows the gravel coastal path along the sea cliffs, along which you’re likely to encounter free-roaming sheep and ponies, so keep dogs on leads.

The route is relatively flat until you reach the Coaswatch Lookout Station, after which you descend through the South Gower Nature Reserve to reach the causeway that is exposed at low tide.

Continue across the rocky Worms Head Causeway and enjoy the spectacular views across the water.

Once across, there is another signage board with tidal times. Make sure to keep an eye on the times in order to make it back across in time.

Enjoy exploring Worms Head, continuing to Low Neck, and crossing the Devil’s Bridge to get to Middle Head and Outer Head.

The Outer head cannot be accessed from March to October as the seabirds are nesting during this time. Looking back from the westernmost point, you’ll have an incredible view of the tidal island all the way to the mainland before following the same route back to Rhossili.

Proper, sturdy footwear is essential for this trail as you’ll have to navigate rocky terrain that can be slippery, with some sections that require some scrambling.

Keep an eye out for wildlife as you make your way along. Some of the wildlife at Worms Head include Razorbills, Guillemots and Grey Seals.