Gower Peninsula Mighty Hike
Take part in the Gower Peninsula Mighty Hike and experience sweeping coastal views of Rhossili Bay, Worm’s Head, and rugged cliffside paths, making it one of the most scenic hikes in Wales.
Full Marathon
Fundraising pledge: £250
Half Marathon
Fundraising pledge: £250
What's included in your registration fee?
About the Gower Peninsula Mighty Hike
Starting at Penrice Castle, the Gower Peninsula Mighty Hike will take you along the beautiful coastline of the UKs first designated ‘National Landscape’ with sweeping views of Rhosilli Bay and Worms’ Head. It’s a route that will get your blood pumping, with several hills and sections of beach walking.
Hike solo and meet friends along the way or sign up with a team of friends and family for a memorable day together.
Take a deeper dive into the Gower Peninsula route and track the terrain and elevation of every mile, thanks to this 3D route video from the lovely people at Relive!
“Very well organised and brilliant pit stops and food! Will definitely do another Mighty Hike” Sarah, Gower Peninsula 2024
Mighty Hikes support
We have many resources to help you prepare for your hike, including how to set up your fundraising page. You can also join our Facebook group and meet the Mighty Hikers community.
Frequently asked questions
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When and where does the Gower Peninsula Mighty Hike start and finish?
The full marathon and half marathon start at Penrice Castle, SA3 1LA.
The half marathon finishes in Rhossili, SA3 1PR. The full marathon is a circular route, and finishes back at Penrice Castle.
The full marathon waves will start every 20 minutes from 06:30, and the half marathon waves will start every 20 minutes from 09:10.
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What is the Gower Peninsula Mighty Hike route?
The Gower Peninsula was the first place in Britain to be named a National Landscape with its sweeping beaches and beautiful cliffs. You'll start in the ruins of Penrice Castle before walking clockwise around the peninsula, past Oxwich Bay Beach and Port Eynon Beach. The half marathon will then end in Rhossili, with the full marathon circling back to Penrice Castle.
View the routes on Google Maps.
You can also view the GPS routes with elevation graphs for the full marathon and half marathon.
Please note that the routes can be subject to change following health and safety inspections. Any key changes will be communicated on the day.
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What are the route highlights for the Gower Peninsula Mighty Hike?
Along this stunning route, you'll experience:
1. Oxwich Bay Beach - a true coastal gem with pristine shores.
2. Port Eynon Beach - a charming, sandy beach.
3. Rhossili Bay Beach - a breathtaking beauty renowned for its dramatic landscapes and stunning views. -
Where should I stay for the Gower Peninsula Mighty Hike?
Penrice Castle is about 30 minutes from Swansea along the A4118, and with multiple accommodation options we recommend staying in or close to Swansea.
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How do I get there?
We recommend having access to a vehicle to get to this event.
Parking for the full and half marathon is at Penrice Castle, SA3 1LA.
Free shuttle buses will run from the half marathon finish at Rhossili back to the car park in the afternoon.
You can book parking and shuttle buses when you register.
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What if my Mighty Hike gets cancelled?If your Mighty Hike is cancelled for any reason, you’ll be contacted by email and text and live updates will be made to this FAQ document with all the information you need.
Ready to join?
Potential training routes in and around the Gower Peninsula
Volunteering at a Mighty Hike
Don’t fancy hiking?
Become a Mighty Hike volunteer instead!
From helping with registration to handing out medals and bubbly at the finish line, there’s a role for everyone. It’s the perfect opportunity to try something new, meet like-minded people and explore beautiful corners of the UK.
Every hour you give makes a Mighty difference.
See other Mighty Hikes
Don’t fancy this one? No sweat! We’ve got many other beautiful Mighty Hikes in all corners of the UK, hilly and flat, so you can find the perfect challenge for you.