The Salt House

Heritage Site in Glamorgan

Wales

The Salt House

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

The Salt House in Glamorgan is a historic heritage site located in the region of South Wales, United Kingdom. Dating back to the 18th century, it served as a crucial saltworks facility during the Industrial Revolution. The building's architecture reflects the typical design of that era, with its stone walls and sturdy construction.

The Salt House played a vital role in the local economy, as salt was in high demand for various industrial processes, including food preservation and leather tanning. It was strategically situated near the coast, allowing for easy transportation of raw materials and finished products.

Inside the Salt House, there are several large vats and furnaces where the salt was processed and refined. The process involved evaporating seawater to extract the salt, which was then collected and packaged for distribution. Visitors can explore these fascinating areas and learn about the intricate processes involved in salt production during that time.

Today, the Salt House stands as a testament to the industrial history of Glamorgan and its importance in the salt industry. It serves as a popular heritage site, attracting visitors who are interested in learning about the region's industrial past. Guided tours and educational programs are available, offering visitors a chance to delve into the site's rich history and gain a deeper understanding of the significance of salt production in the area.

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The Salt House Images

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 '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.
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 & 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'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'n cysylltu'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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The Salt House 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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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
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