Hands up if like me, you didn’t know Swansea has its very own waterfall? The Penllergare Valley Woods waterfall, the gardens, and the lovely welcome centre and cafe are not to be missed. Perfect for family walks, dogs, water paddlers and those who are just into nice cake – the valley is a hidden gem....
I’m often complaining about the lack of seafood-specific eateries in Swansea, considering we’re a seaside town. There’s the Gower Seafood Hut in Mumbles, El Pescador in the Marina, and that’s about it when it comes to fresh fish? (Let me know in the comments if I’ve got that wrong). A year or so ago when...
Parc Le Breos is a stunning hotel and grounds in Gower, just down the road from Mumbles, Three Cliffs and Langland Bay. As well as being the most beautiful hotel in Swansea, it also has one of, if not the best Afternoon Teas. Parc Le Breos is jaw-droppingly beautiful. The drive through the woods to...
The Swansea Air Show, Wales is one of the year’s biggest events – and 2024 will be no different. Whether you’re obsessed with planes or just enjoy the good vibes, half of the city all come down to the beach to eat, drink, listen to music and watch some of the most amazing aerobatic displays...
I’ve travelled all over the world and have been lucky to visit some of the most famous and beautiful beaches on the planet – and yet I often find myself saying ‘You know what, we have better ones in the Gower’. We’re so lucky in this part of the world to have unspoilt, sandy beaches...
If Tim Hortons in Swansea has 100 haters, I’m one of them. If Tim Hortons in Swansea has one hater, the hater is me. If Tim Hortons Swansea has no haters – I am dead. So you get the vibe – I hate Tim Hortons. Look, I don’t know if it’s brilliant in Canada and...
If you’re looking to eat and drink at the fanciest place in Swansea – with brilliant food, a potential celebrity spot and one of the best views in the world, Landland Brasserie is the place to go. Located right on the beachfront at Langland Bay, you’ll spot well-heeled diners enjoying the sun on the balcony,...
The Dunvant Farm Shop and Cafe is one of Swansea’s best hidden treasures. I’ve really been making the effort to try and buy as much as I can from small, local, businesses over the last few years, so I have been getting my meat, cakes and veggies from here – or Murton Farm shop instead...
Right on Swansea Bay front, The Observatory cafe and bar is undoubtedly the most dog-friendly place to get a really good brunch or an boozy drink looking over the sea, with indoor and outdoor seating over the sand. I’d say it’s probably the most ‘aesthetic’ venue in Swansea, with great-looking food and interiors, as well...
I officially have a new favourite place to eat in Swansea – a newish restaurant called On the Rocks, in the old lifeboat building on the Pier in Mumbles. It’s a steak restaurant, which serves you your meat ‘blue’, which you then finish off on a hot plate at your table – and genuinely –...
