Three Cliffs Bay
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A view over the beach by 'deejswansea' on Flickr.
One of the most picturesque places you'll find on Gower but a bit hit and miss when it comes to surfing.
It's a bit of a hike down to this beach but well worth it as it's one of the most picturesque views in Britain.
Three Cliffs takes its name after the three sea cliffs which jut out of the headland there.
The beach often has Blue Flag status and dogs are not allowed on it during the summer months.
There's a small car park right at the top and a path down through a few gates. Respect the residents who live there and make an effort to close the gates behind you as there are sheep grazing nearby.
A small river known as Pennard Pil meanders down through the middle of the beach and into the sea, forming good sand banks for surfing and the bass fishing can also be good.
Up above the beach lies the remains of Pennard Castle, a 12th century castle that's long been associated with fairies.
You must be extremely careful when surfing and swimming here as there can be dangerous rip currents, on the incoming tide. The beach is generally best from mid to low tide.
A chough on the cliff tops overlooking the beach
Be careful about being cut off by the incoming tide if you're surfing in front of the rocks over on the left hand side.
The easterly end of the beach produces some nice hollow sections in south and south westerly swells.
There's an excellent camp site above the beach which caters for tents, vans and motor-homes and provides alternative access routes down to the beach.
Keep your eyes peeled for and along this part of the coast as well as sea holly at the edges of the beach.
Article written by Martin Aaron
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