Culver Hole

Heritage Site in Glamorgan

Wales

Culver Hole

Old stile Above Overton on The Gower. Many more in better condition to go. — Old stile Credit: John Duckfield

Culver Hole is a historic structure located in Glamorgan, Wales. It is a unique and fascinating heritage site that attracts visitors from near and far. This intriguing building is situated on the cliffs of Gower Peninsula, overlooking the beautiful Bristol Channel.

Built in the 16th century, Culver Hole is a cylindrical tower made of limestone. It stands at an impressive height of 60 feet, with a diameter of around 30 feet. The structure is comprised of multiple levels, each accessed by a stone staircase. It is believed to have been used as a dovecote, providing shelter for hundreds of pigeons that were reared for their meat and eggs.

The design and construction of Culver Hole are striking and mysterious, as it remains uncertain who exactly built it and for what purpose. Some theories suggest it was used as a lookout tower for smugglers, while others propose it served as a storage space for goods. Regardless of its original function, the preservation of this architectural gem is a testament to its historical significance.

Today, Culver Hole serves as a popular tourist attraction and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding coastline. Visitors can explore the exterior of the building, marveling at the intricate stonework and imagining the lives of those who once inhabited it. The site is also surrounded by picturesque walking trails, allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the area.

Culver Hole is a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts and nature lovers alike, offering a glimpse into the past while providing a memorable experience in the present.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.538/-4.213 or Grid Reference SS4684. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old stile Above Overton on The Gower. Many more in better condition to go.

Old stile

Above Overton on The Gower. Many more in better condition to go.

Culver Hole, Porteynon Er y cysyllir &#039;Culver Hole&#039; gyda smyglwyr y gwir plaen amdani yw taw colomendy ydoedd. Oddi fewn ceir rhesi o flychau nythu a fu&#039;n gartref i gannoedd o golomenod. Fe&#039;i hadeiladwyd yn ystod y canol oesoedd er sicrhau cyflenwad parod o wyau a chig i&#039;r ford. Credir bod &#039;Culver&#039; yn air Hen Saesneg am golomen. Mae&#039;r safle bellach o dan ofal yr Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol.

Despite being associated with smuggling &#039;Culver Hole&#039; is in fact a dovecote. It was built during the middle ages to provide fresh eggs and meat for the table. The interior has 30 tiers of nesting boxes which would have been home to hundreds of pigeons. It is believed that &#039;Culver&#039; is an Old English word meaning dove or pigeon. The structure is now under the care of the National Trust.

Culver Hole, Porteynon

Er y cysyllir 'Culver Hole' gyda smyglwyr y gwir plaen amdani yw taw colomendy ydoedd. Oddi fewn ceir rhesi o flychau nythu a fu'n gartref i gannoedd o golomenod. Fe'i hadeiladwyd yn ystod y canol oesoedd er sicrhau cyflenwad parod o wyau a chig i'r ford. Credir bod 'Culver' yn air Hen Saesneg am golomen. Mae'r safle bellach o dan ofal yr Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol. Despite being associated with smuggling 'Culver Hole' is in fact a dovecote. It was built during the middle ages to provide fresh eggs and meat for the table. The interior has 30 tiers of nesting boxes which would have been home to hundreds of pigeons. It is believed that 'Culver' is an Old English word meaning dove or pigeon. The structure is now under the care of the National Trust.

Port Eynon shops and caravan site

Port Eynon shops and caravan site

Holiday homes at Port Eynon

Holiday homes at Port Eynon

Track Track &amp; footpath along side The Beeches.

Track

Track & footpath along side The Beeches.

Tafarn y Ship Inn, Poteynon. Tafarn y Ship ym Mhortheinon.

The Ship Inn at Porteynon.

Tafarn y Ship Inn, Poteynon.

Tafarn y Ship ym Mhortheinon. The Ship Inn at Porteynon.

Port Eynon

Port Eynon

Port Eynon Beach

Port Eynon Beach

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on New House Farm. It marks a point 38.323m above mean sea level.

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on New House Farm. It marks a point 38.323m above mean sea level.

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on a wall to the east of the road. It marks a point 58.037m above mean sea level.

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on a wall to the east of the road. It marks a point 58.037m above mean sea level.

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the porch of St Cadoc&#039;s Church. It marks a point 20.089m above mean sea level. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4017100" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4017100">Link</a>

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the porch of St Cadoc's Church. It marks a point 20.089m above mean sea level. Link

St Cadoc's Church There is an OS cut mark on the porch. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4017099" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4017099">Link</a>

St Cadoc's Church

There is an OS cut mark on the porch. Link

A4118 at Moor Corner Farm

A4118 at Moor Corner Farm

Port Eynon car park and bay beyond

Port Eynon car park and bay beyond

Port Eynon beach Approach to Port Eynon beach with lifeguard hut, flags and information/safety notices. Horton and route taken by Wales Coast Path in background.

Port Eynon beach

Approach to Port Eynon beach with lifeguard hut, flags and information/safety notices. Horton and route taken by Wales Coast Path in background.

Traeth Portheinon / Porteynon Beach Traeth Portheinon gyda mawn hynafol yn amlygu ei hunan yn ystod llanw isel.

Port Eynon beach with exposed ancient peat bed during low tide.

Traeth Portheinon / Porteynon Beach

Traeth Portheinon gyda mawn hynafol yn amlygu ei hunan yn ystod llanw isel. Port Eynon beach with exposed ancient peat bed during low tide.

Portheinon / Port Eynon Cerddwyr yn anelu at y traeth ym Mhortheinon.

Walkers descending towards the beach at Port Eynon.

Portheinon / Port Eynon

Cerddwyr yn anelu at y traeth ym Mhortheinon. Walkers descending towards the beach at Port Eynon.

Llwybr Overton Path Llwybr sy&#039;n cysylltu&#039;r arfordir â phentre Overton.

A public footpath with links the coast with the village of Overton.

Llwybr Overton Path

Llwybr sy'n cysylltu'r arfordir â phentre Overton. A public footpath with links the coast with the village of Overton.

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Culver Hole is located at Grid Ref: SS4684 (Lat: 51.538, Lng: -4.213)

Unitary Authority: Swansea

Police Authority: South Wales

What 3 Words

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The Salt House Culver Hole Overton Mere

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.538,-4.213

Fixme: Check access north of here

Lat/Long: 51.5398274/-4.2086879

Culver Hole

Name Cy: Twll Culver

Natural: cave_entrance

Lat/Long: 51.5392688/-4.2141051

Salt House

Historic: ruins

Note: 18th Century building to used to extract salt from the sea.

Wikidata: Q122220078

Lat/Long: 51.5398136/-4.208491

Port Eynon Youth Hostel

Brand: YHA

Brand Wikidata: Q8059214

Contact Website: https://www.yha.org.uk/hostel/yha-port-eynon

Name Cy: Hostel ieuenctid Porth Einon

Operator: YHA

Tourism: hostel

Lat/Long: 51.5413613/-4.209789

Barrier: kissing_gate

Bicycle: no

Foot: yes

Lat/Long: 51.5399462/-4.2088758

Port Eynon Point - National Trust

Information: guidepost

Name Cy: Pont Porth Einon - Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol

Tourism: information

Lat/Long: 51.538706/-4.209731

Natural: cave_entrance

Lat/Long: 51.537225/-4.210449

Natural: cave_entrance

Lat/Long: 51.53725/-4.209986

The Gower Society

Historic: monument

Name Cy: Cymdeithas y Gwyr

Lat/Long: 51.5379635/-4.2114446

Ele: 51

Information: guidepost

Tourism: information

Lat/Long: 51.5386039/-4.2123397

The Salthouse

Board Type: history

Check Date: 2022-07-30

Description: history of the 'The Salthouse'

Information: board

Tourism: information

Lat/Long: 51.5397312/-4.2083214

Information: route_marker

Tourism: information

Lat/Long: 51.5411106/-4.2114438

Information: route_marker

Tourism: information

Lat/Long: 51.5414659/-4.2102744

Overton Mere

Information: board

Name Cy: Owrtyn Mere

Tourism: information

Lat/Long: 51.541209/-4.2149548

Tourism: viewpoint

Lat/Long: 51.5392215/-4.2139482

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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