This site nails that rare combo of wild coastal beauty and a properly managed campsite, finds Portia Jones

IS THERE anything better than the salty sea breeze in your hair, the sound of waves crashing in the distance, and the smell of a crackling campfire wafting through the evening air? While we have loads of cool camping spots, one scenic site is as close to the beach as you can get.

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Hill End in the Gower is a hugely popular coastal campsite located just behind dunes and a golden sweep of sand that The Sunday Times named one of the best 25 beaches in the world. The three miles of sandy beach and the famous Worm's Head see Rhossili Bay often top the awards of best beaches in the UK and worldwide.

From the nearby campsite, you can stroll down to the sands and explore Llangennith Burrows beach at the Western end of Rhossili Bay. This sandy, sprawling beach backs onto dreamy dunes, the perfect spot to watch the sunset.

You can’t talk about surfing in Wales without mentioning Llangennith. If there is any kick back from that fabulous Atlantic swell hitting the southern shores of Wales, then Llangennith will have a decent breaking wave height.

Llangennith sometimes reminds me of Gwithian beach in Cornwall, in that the paddle out can be a bit tough, especially if you're riding on a board that is over seven feet long, and if the winds get high, the waves can get big and messy.

You can book beginner surf lessons from Llangennith Surf School. Their fully qualified British Surfing Association coaches and Great Britain lifeguard staff will give you a totally unique surfing experience on a beautiful stretch of beach.

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