Discover the best top things to do in Gower Peninsula, United Kingdom including Dylan Thomas Birthplace, Swansea Bus Museum, Dylan Thomas Centre, Egypt Centre, St Illtyd's Church, Swansea Museum, Gower Heritage Centre, National Waterfront Museum, 1940s Swansea Bay.
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5.0 based on 243 reviews
The house in which the late Welsh poet Dylan Thomas was born and lived with his family for the first 23 years of his life. Enter Dylan Thomas Birthplace and you go back in time to when the Thomas family bought No 5 as a new house in 1914 just a few months before Dylan was born in the front bedroom. Soak up the atmosphere of the house in which he lived for 23 years and wrote two thirds of his published work The Dylan Thomas Birthplace is unique in that it allows you to stay in the house as a visitor. When you book the house you have exclusive use during your stay. The house has a growing reputation for introducing new literary and musical talent from both Wales and the rest of the world. The house is open for visiting every day from 10:30am to 4:30pm and the relaxed journey takes you through the beautifully restored rooms to give you an insight into life in the Edwardian era and a perfect starting point to discover just how Dylan was inspired by "...this sea-town..." Phoning or emailing ahead is advisable, as on occasion the house is utilised for overnight stays, dining experiences and other events which will mean the inability to carry out house visits at times where advertised. We do of course, apologise for any inconvenience which may be caused in these instances.
I was nervous on the front stoop, knowing where I was and how much change one boy would make on the world from upstairs in a tiny room. I will never be the same after seeing it.
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Swansea Bus Museum restores, operates and displays buses of public transport companies of South and West Wales. Our impressive collection consists primarily of vehicles from South Wales Transport (SWT) and First Cymru, together with two fine examples of London Transport Routemasters. Our display also includes several Land Rovers and American cars. Opening Date: Sunday February 25th 2018
4.5 based on 119 reviews
Free, family friendly Exhibition that chronicles the life, work and cultural context of Dylan Thomas, one of the most notable Welsh poets. Through an interactive timeline, audiovisual material and original worksheets, books and recordings, the 'Love the Words' exhibition celebrates Dylan's poetry, prose, radio broadcasts and film scripts. The Centre also runs a programme of activities throughout the year supporting the Exhibition, including creative writing workshops and free family events.
I found this to be a really imaginatively curated exhibition for all ages and all levels of interest. Whether it’s Dylan Thomas or just ‘words’. Plenty of information in bite sized pieces and engaging activities for children. A real celebration of the man, his work, of art, literature and ‘words’. Recommended.
4.5 based on 111 reviews
We spent a damp Saturday afternoon with our 5 year old granddaughter in the Egypt Centre at Swansea University. What a fascinating place to visit, staffed with very knowledgeable volunteer guides whose enthusiasm was infectious. Although consisting effectively of only two rooms, the exhibits and activities were displayed cleverly to draw you in and take you through the contrasting themes of 'Death' and 'Life' in ancient Egypt. Our granddaughter was in her element and took a worryingly wrapt interest in the mummification presentation! And it's all free!
4.5 based on 218 reviews
A great place to visit to get a bit more education & general knowledge. Not huge but plenty to see. Friendly staff on hand to guide & help if necessary. Free entry now of course.
4.0 based on 567 reviews
We visited the tower heritage centre yesterday and had a great visit! The staff are always friendly and very informative. It was pirate week so there were many activities taking place and lots to do for the children and adults, it was very informative as well as fun! Ian the blacksmith was extremely informative and let us get involved in the session and created a beautiful rose out of a plant of steel! Would definitely recommend visiting here!
4.0 based on 552 reviews
Fascinating museum with a good collection of imaginatively displayed exhibits. We liked the large number of interactive displays on social history. Will be back as we only had two hours to look around.
4.0 based on 120 reviews
**Sorry but in line with many other museums we are Temporarily CLOSED** Our indoor street scene will take you back in time to the 1940s. Walk past the RAF Operations Room, through the Air Raid Shelter and the Wartime pub to the Warden's Post and grocer's shop. Learn about Rationing and watch newsreels. Clothes and uniforms and a quiz for the youngsters. CLOSED SOME DAYS ESPECIALLY SATURDAYS due to our increasingly popular overnight paranormal ghost tours. If in doubt, please 'phone, email or text to check before setting off on. School Visits - A day of interactive lessons and fun for KS2+3 school trips. WI, Round Table, Probus and other groups welcome. Evenings tours and paranormal investigations available by booking.
Visited the 1940s Swansea Bay Museum - Privately owned - what a great experince to step back in time to the 1940s - RAF ops room -Bombed House- Street Scene - Pub - Warden Post - dressing up clothes - Photos - Cinema -and more including a WW1 Memorial Trench - and also a brilliant piece of technology where you use your phone - tablet or iPad and a QR Code Scanner (Downloadable Free on internet) scan the QR Code on the various exhibits etc and they are brought to life with video presentations by re-enactors.
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