Second Sister

Standing atop this rocky outcrop on the Gower Peninsula, you'll understand why locals gave it such an evocative name. The view stretches across Three Cliffs Bay and beyond to the Bristol Channel, with Oxwich Point visible on clear days.

This is proper rambler territory - the path up requires decent footwear and a bit of puff, but the panorama makes every step worthwhile. Families with older children will love the adventure of the climb, though it's probably too challenging for pushchairs or very young ones. The rock formations themselves are fascinating, part of the limestone headland that makes this stretch of coast so dramatic.

Coming from Swansea, it's about a twenty-minute drive to reach the area. Most visitors combine it with Three Cliffs Bay below - you can see the famous stone arches from up here. Allow a good hour for the walk up and back, longer if you're stopping for photos.

For those staying at nearby parks like Gower Holiday Village or Newpark Holiday Park, this makes an excellent morning expedition before the beaches get busy. The light's particularly lovely in early evening too, when the setting sun catches the cliffs. Just mind the cliff edges - there are no barriers up here, and the drop is serious.