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A walk back through time along the Rhosili headland (Bring your own snacks)
August 12, 2023 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
| A guided walk around the Vile. |
Our guide will lead you through the meadows and to the end of the headland where you can enjoy the breath-taking views of Worm’s Head. During the walk, you will be asked to imagine a time when oxen were used to plough fields, a castle camp protected farmers and a breeches buoy rescued sailors.Gower’s landscape has been shaped by farming since the Stone Age. The Vile, at Rhosili, is an example of a Medieval open field strip system. With many archaeological features at Rhosili and along the South Gower coast, including Neolithic burial chambers, bronze age cairns and Iron Age forts, it is an ideal place to discover these remnants of our ancestors.
(This event is free as no cream tea will be provided. Feel free to buy your own refreshments on the day.)
Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
Call 0344 249 1895
Suitability
Suitable for older children interested in history.
Suitable for older children interested in history.
Meeting point
Meet outside the National Trust shop, Rhosili, Gower, Swansea SA3 1PR (What3words: tune.excavate.amused)
Meet outside the National Trust shop, Rhosili, Gower, Swansea SA3 1PR (What3words: tune.excavate.amused)
What to bring and wear
Please bring clothing appropriate for all weathers. Sturdy footwear is necessary as the ground is uneven in places. Do bring cameras and binoculars to explore the scenery.
Please bring clothing appropriate for all weathers. Sturdy footwear is necessary as the ground is uneven in places. Do bring cameras and binoculars to explore the scenery.
Accessibility
Much of the walk passes through uneven terrain unsuitable for wheeled chairs and buggies.
Much of the walk passes through uneven terrain unsuitable for wheeled chairs and buggies.
Other
Please arrive at 13:45 (15 minutes before the start time of 14:00). The walk will take around 90 minutes to 2 hours, followed by a cream tea so please allow time to immerse yourself in this wonderful space. If you would like to share any photos of the wildlife or scenery along the route, do tag in National Trust Gower.
Please arrive at 13:45 (15 minutes before the start time of 14:00). The walk will take around 90 minutes to 2 hours, followed by a cream tea so please allow time to immerse yourself in this wonderful space. If you would like to share any photos of the wildlife or scenery along the route, do tag in National Trust Gower.
Contact info
Geraldine Ferguson
07385 426540