Paviland Main Cliff

Limestone cliffs stretch endlessly along this wild stretch of the Gower Peninsula, offering one of South Wales' most dramatic coastal viewpoints. From Paviland Main Cliff, you'll gaze across the Bristol Channel towards Devon, with Lundy Island floating on the horizon on clear days.

Walkers will love the sense of remoteness here - this isn't your typical tourist cliff-top. The approach involves a proper hike along the coastal path, rewarding the effort with genuinely spectacular views that feel earned. Families with young children might find the walk a bit much, but older kids who enjoy scrambling about will have a brilliant time exploring the rocky foreshore below at low tide.

This is also where they discovered the Red Lady of Paviland - Britain's oldest ceremonial burial - though the cave itself requires serious climbing skills to reach. History buffs will appreciate standing where our ancestors lived 34,000 years ago, even if the actual archaeological site isn't accessible to casual visitors.

Allow at least half a day for the round trip from any of the nearby holiday parks like Gower Holiday Village or Pitton Cross Caravan & Camping Park. The cliff is always open and free to visit, though check tide times if you're planning to explore the beach below. Best visited on a clear day when the views stretch for miles - in thick sea fog, you'll see precisely nothing.