Quick facts about Gower

Area: 188 sq km
Date of Designation Order: 9th May 1956
Date of Confirmation Order: 10th December 1956
Community Councils within AONB: 11
Unitary Authorities within AONB: Swansea, Carmarthenshire
Coincides with Gower Heritage Coast (59km) notified in 1973


The Gower Peninsula in South Wales was designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) in 1956. It was the first place to be assigned this title in the UK. Thankfully, little has changed since that time and you can still appreciate the extreme contrast in topographical makeup from the sprawling, wildlife estuary in North Gower, over the wild moor of Cefn Bryn to the sloping fields, dramatic limestone cliffs and long sandy beaches of South Gower. In fact there are probably not many places where you can see so many natural features squeezed into such a small area.

More Information about Gower can be found at:    www.the-gower.com

As a result, the Gower Peninsula is a very popular holiday destination and attracts a large number of visitors every year. They come from all over the world for beach and walking holidays and also the fabulous water-sports.

Images of Gower

All images are courtesy of Mark Button Photography .  To view or purchase more pictures please visit his website here .