About Caswell Bay

Overview

Caswell is a sandy beach with good access and facilities, a popular destination for both visitors and locals all year round, situated ten minutes drive from Mumbles village. The beach shops are geared towards young families, and are well stocked with all the essentials for building sand castles. Swimming is safe, and there is a Lifeguard patrol during the summer months. When conditions prevail, this is a popular surfing beach, particularly at mid to high tide. Close by is the Bishop's Wood nature reserve.

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Caswell Bay, located along the stunning Gower Peninsula, is a popular beach destination for locals and visitors alike, known for its sweeping sandy shore and inviting, clear waters. This Blue Flag beach is especially loved by families for its safe, lifeguard-monitored swimming areas and rock pools, which are ideal for little ones to explore. Caswell Bay also offers excellent facilities, including ample parking, accessible toilets, and outdoor showers.

The Surfside Cafe is located right by the beach, serving up fresh pastries, hot drinks, ice cream, and quick bites. These are ideal for a post-swim snack or a warm-up during cooler weather. Small shops nearby provide beach essentials, local crafts, and souvenirs, making it easy for visitors to pick up last-minute items or gifts.

Caswell Bay - Low tide with reef exposed

Caswell Bay is also a hotspot for surfing, with reliable waves suitable for all skill levels. Surf schools operate here year-round, offering lessons for beginners and those looking to improve their technique. A special highlight is Surfability UK, an adaptive surf school based at Caswell Bay that enables people with disabilities to experience surfing in a supportive and inclusive environment, making the beach accessible for everyone.

For those looking to explore the area, the coastal path from Caswell Bay offers a stunning walking route with breathtaking cliffside views. This path leads to nearby Langland Bay and beyond, with sections lined by wildflowers and offering dramatic seascapes over the Gower coast. It’s well-suited for walkers of all abilities, making it an ideal way to experience the area’s natural beauty at a gentle pace.

With its excellent facilities, inclusive surf opportunities, and scenic coastal paths, Caswell Bay provides an unforgettable seaside experience on the Gower Peninsula. Whether you're surfing, relaxing on the sand, or setting off on a coastal walk, Caswell Bay has something for everyone.

Top Tips

During the the peak summer months the two car parks will fill up quickly and you need to be at the beach by 10am to guarantee a parking space. This is Pay & Display car park and has toilet facilities with external showers for washing away unwanted sand. At low to mid tide, Caswell has a large beach. However, this is not the case at high tide, so if you don't like crowds, then try to avoid high tide.

Link to Surf School information

There is a coastal path east to Langland Bay, approx one and half miles, with spectacular views across the Bristol Channel to North Devon. The path is generally good in most places, but there are some relatively steep inclines and steps that may not suit the less able.