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Cathole Cave

Cave

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Valley, Caves, Cliffs

Walking, Photography

Year round

Photo: Nigel Davies via Geograph.org.uk

Cathole Cave is a limestone cave set in a steep rock face above the wooded Parc le Breos valley on the Gower peninsula, near Parkmill. A short climb up from the valley floor reaches the triangular opening, with a natural rock platform outside. Inside the cave an Upper Palaeolithic engraving of a dee...

10

Parking nearby

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Food Spots nearby

3

Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

5 day, 5 overnight

Nefoedd Shepherds Hut, Oystermouth House, Brandy Cove

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Cathole Cave?
Deep inside the Gower Peninsula, this ancient site sits in a green valley cut into the Welsh landscape. Hikers usually find it while exploring the local footpaths near a famous prehistoric long cairn.

What type of place is Cathole Cave?
Cathole Cave is a cleft-shaped limestone cave in the Gower Peninsula in South Wales.

When is the best time to visit Cathole Cave?
Year round entry means you can explore the cavern regardless of the season. Winter trips keep you out of the rain, while summer visits offer a refreshing escape from the heat outside.

What can you do at Cathole Cave?
Stepping inside allows you to trace the rugged contours of the rock where prehistoric humans once lived. Bringing a reliable torch helps you inspect the deep recesses where ancient hunters left behind flint tools.

How long should I spend at Cathole Cave?
Allocating roughly forty-five minutes gives you plenty of time to explore the main chamber safely. Combining the cave with a longer walk through the valley makes a great morning out.

Where do I park at Cathole Cave?
Spaces for ten vehicles exist close to the trail, split evenly into five day and five overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Cathole Cave?
There are no food spots recorded immediately near Cathole Cave, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

Where can I stay near Cathole Cave?
Nefoedd Shepherds Hut, Oystermouth House, and Brandy Cove provide three places to stay in the surrounding area. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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