Caves Β· South Wales
Paviland Cave
Also known as: Ogof Penifei, Goat's Cave
In or near Oxwich.
Paviland Cave is a cave in the United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 minβ1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Paviland Cave is a named cave entrance in the United Kingdom. Also known as: Ogof Penifei, Goat's Cave. Coordinates: 51.5501Β°, -4.2555Β°.
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Place summary
Paviland Cave, also known as Ogof Penifei or Goat's Cave, is located in Rhossili, South Wales. This cave is notable for its archaeological significance, housing one of the earliest known human burials in Britain.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5501, -4.2555
- District
- Swansea
- Parish
- Rhossili
- Postcode
- SA3 1PQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Gower
Sources
- osm: n1791830965 (ODbL)
Other places nearby

Paviland Main Cliff
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Yellow Top, Paviland
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Paviland Far West
Climbing & bouldering crags Β· 0.1 km

Paviland Far Far West
Climbing & bouldering crags Β· 0.1 km

Juniper Wall
Climbing & bouldering crags Β· 0.2 km

Fox Hole Slade Cave
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Quarter-dome Slabs
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Gilfach Staliwn
Climbing & bouldering crags Β· 0.2 km

Hollow Top
Climbing & bouldering crags Β· 0.2 km

Horse Cliff Camp
Vineyards Β· 0.3 km

Horses Cliff
Climbing & bouldering crags Β· 0.4 km

Deborah's Cliff Shelter
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Nearby
Climbing & bouldering crags Β· South Wales
Paviland Main Cliff
Paviland Main Cliff β a climbing crag in wales south.
Vineyards Β· South Wales
Yellow Top, Paviland
Yellow Top, Paviland β a UK vineyard in wales south, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
Climbing & bouldering crags Β· South Wales
Paviland Far West
Paviland Far West β a climbing crag in wales south.
Climbing & bouldering crags Β· South Wales
Paviland Far Far West
Paviland Far Far West β a climbing crag in wales south.
Climbing & bouldering crags Β· South Wales
Juniper Wall
Juniper Wall β a climbing crag in wales south.
Where to eat & stay near Paviland Cave
Places to stay
Campsites Β· South Wales
Pitton Cross Caravan & Camping Park
Pitton Cross Caravan & Camping Park β a campsite in wales south.
Campsites Β· South Wales
Pitton Cross Caravan & Camping Park
Pitton Cross Caravan & Camping Park β a campsite in wales south.
Caravan parks Β· South Wales
Buzzards Rest CL Caravan Site
Buzzards Rest CL Caravan Site β a caravan park in wales south.
Hostels Β· South Wales
Rhossili Village Hall & Bunkhouse
Rhossili Village Hall & Bunkhouse β a hostel in wales south.
π· 5Places to eat & drink
π· 5Restaurants Β· South Wales
Beach House
Beach House β a restaurant in wales south.
π· 3Restaurants Β· South Wales
Croeso Lounge
Croeso Lounge β a restaurant in wales south.
π· 3Restaurants Β· South Wales
Nishimura Ltd
Nishimura Ltd β a restaurant in wales south.
π· 5
π· 3Restaurants Β· South Wales
Mermaid Cafe Bar and Restaurant
Mermaid Cafe Bar and Restaurant β a restaurant in wales south.
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π· 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Paviland Cave?
- Paviland Cave is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode SA3 1PQ), in the parish of Rhossili.
- What is Paviland Cave?
- Paviland Cave is a cave in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Paviland Cave?
- Drivers can use postcode SA3 1PQ.
- Is Paviland Cave free to visit?
- Yes, Paviland Cave is free to enter.
- How do I get to Paviland Cave?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode SA3 1PQ. It sits within the Gower parliamentary constituency.