Rhossili Bay is at the most Western part of the Gower Peninsula on the South western coastline of Wales.
Rhossili Bay curves along an arc running northwards from the village. The sandy beach is three miles long and is backed with sand 
dunes. Locals refer to the beach as Llangennith Sands. Behind the beach just north of the village is Rhossili Down with the highest point on the Gower Peninsula (the Beacon) and a number of prehistoric remains. It is between Rhossili Down and the beach proper that the Warren is found.
At the southern end of the Bay is the outcrop of rock called the Worm's Head. At the north is Burry Holms. These islands are accessible at low tide only. Also at low tide, it is possible to see the remains of several wrecks, wood from the wreck of the Helvetia being the most prominent when looking north from Rhossili.
Rhossili Bay on Gower has been named the UK's No.1 dog-friendly beach by the Times Online!
There are lots of other beaches around Swansea Bay and Gower where you can have year-round fun with your dog!
Dog friendly beaches - year round access:
Pobbles Bay - Pwll Du - Three-Cliffs Bay - Oxwich Bay - Mewslade Bay - Llangennith - Broughton Bay - Whitford Sands - Port Eynon
Seasonal dog bans on the following beaches from 1st May to 30th September, some have :
Swansea Bay - from the River Tawe to the slip opposite the Guildhall and from the beach access Sketty Lane to the Northern edge of the slip opposite the West Cross Inn.
Bracelet Bay - Limeslade Bay - Rotherslade Bay - Langland Bay - Caswell Bay - Port Eynon Beach - from the Eastern edge of the steps to Port Eynon Beach to the Eastern edge of Horton Beach access.
Please keep your dog on a lead at:
1. The entire promenade at Swansea Bay (from the River Tawe to the Knab Rock Car Park in Mumbles)
2. The promenade at Langland Bay and Rotherslade
3. The promenade at Caswell Bay (including the cliff path)
Collars and tags
Dogs in public places must wear a collar with the name and address of the owner attached. If you are holidaying in Swansea, you may find it useful to have a temporary collar for your dog with your holiday address on it.
Microchipping is not a legal requirement but it helps the Council contact you if your dog is impounded. If you have lost your dog, please contact us as soon as possible on 01792 635600.
Dog fouling
The Council has installed over 400 dog waste disposal bins and, in some areas, poop scoop dispensers. We also have a specialist cleaning team at work year-round. Our officers can issue fixed penalty notices of £75 to dog owners who allow their animals to foul without cleaning up. Please help us keep Swansea Bay clean and use the bins provided for your dog.
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Monday, 06 October 2008
Rhossili Bay is at the most Western part of the Gower Peninsula on the South western coastline of Wales. Rhossili Bay curves along an arc running...
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