Burry Holms Island

Tidal island with Iron Age remains off Gower Peninsula

A tidal island off the Gower Peninsula in Wales reachable at low tide; Burry Holms draws walkers, beachgoers and visitors interested in Bronze Age remains and seabirds.

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Burry Holms at a Glance#

Address: Burry Holms, Gower Peninsula, Wales, United Kingdom

Website: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ (some information available via local council and National Trust resources)

Admission: No formal admission; access at low tide on foot or by kayak at other times

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How to Get to Burry Holms#

The usual crossing is from the southern end of the Gower beaches near Port Eynon or Burry Port; consult tidal charts and local signage for safe crossing windows. Kayak access is possible when tides and conditions allow.

Tips for Visiting Burry Holms#

  • Check tidal charts-Burry Holms is a tidal island accessible on foot for several hours each low tide window
  • Wear waterproof footwear for crossing the tidal flats; tides are swift and should not be underestimated
  • Visit at low tide to see prehistoric remains and the Iron Age hillfort remains clearly; bring a torch if exploring caves at dusk

Best Time to Visit Burry Holms#

Late spring to early autumn for safe low-tide crossings and clearer weather.

Spring-Summer (Apr-Sep)
April-September · 10-20°C
Calmer seas and longer daylight; best time to walk to the island at low tide.
Autumn (Oct-Nov)
October-November · 8-15°C
Fewer visitors and dramatic storm light; beaches can be blustery.
Winter (Dec-Mar)
December-March · 2-10°C
Rough seas and high tides-avoid attempting the crossing during winter storms.

Weather & Climate near Burry Holms#

Climate

Temperate climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 3°C to 19°C. Abundant rainfall (1005 mm/year), wettest in November.

Air Quality: AQI 32 Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-3°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor 4° - 8° 2° 108 mm overcast 88% 6.8 m/s 0.1 low 8.2h
February Poor 3° - 8° 1° 75 mm overcast 87% 6.5 m/s 0.2 low 9.8h
March Acceptable 4° - 9° 3° 77 mm overcast 87% 6.2 m/s 0.4 low 11.7h
April Good 6° - 12° 6° 57 mm partly cloudy 85% 5.4 m/s 0.9 moderate 13.7h
May Good 8° - 15° 12° 54 mm partly cloudy 84% 5.2 m/s 1.3 high 15.4h
June Good 11° - 17° 14° 65 mm partly cloudy 85% 4.8 m/s 1.5 very high 16.3h
July Good 13° - 19° 16° 62 mm overcast 85% 4.8 m/s 1.5 high 15.9h
August Good 13° - 19° 16° 80 mm overcast 85% 4.8 m/s 1.1 high 14.4h
September Good 12° - 17° 14° 87 mm overcast 85% 5.4 m/s 0.8 moderate 12.5h
October Acceptable 9° - 14° 12° 108 mm overcast 85% 6.1 m/s 0.3 low 10.5h
November Poor 6° - 11° 6° 120 mm overcast 86% 6.2 m/s 0.1 low 8.7h
December Poor 5° - 10° 4° 112 mm overcast 87% 6.5 m/s 0.0 low 7.7h