Mumbles Pier Reviews Summary

Views and Scenery

Pros:

• "There are some nice views if you want to go up the steps."
• "Very scenic location."
• "Beautiful views all round - Mumbles, Swansea Bay, Aberavon Bay and across the sea to North Devon."
• "Absolutely love mumbles pier, beautiful views and lovely to talk a long stroll."
• "Amazing experience at the pier! Views are to die for and all the shops and restaurants are lovely too."
• "The beauty of this place just can’t compare ! No photo is good enough you have to see it to believe it."
• "You get some really good views right across Swansea Bay back towards Swansea and also to Port Talbot. It is worth walking to the end of the pier to see these."

Cons:

• "The steps are uneven and can be slippery."
• "Sadly no wheelchair access to the small beach, which you get to via stone stairs."
• "The pier and sea views are spectacular."
• "Although we picked an overcast day, the views from the pier were still beautiful and well worth the walk."
• "Stunning views although some parts are still under construction."
• "Incredible views of the lighthouse and the full 5 mile sweep of Swansea Bay too. So peaceful on a sunny day."
• "The pier is ideally situated at the far corner of Swansea bay. This is a beautiful spot to sit and watch the world go by especially on a sunny day with the tide fully in."

Facilities and Attractions

Pros:

• "There are restaurants and gift shops here."
• "There is plenty to do here in all weathers. There is a large amusement arcade and the beach hut cafe does a good range of food."
• "Great place with so much to offer.. beaches, pubs, restaurants arcades, crazy golf and so much more."
• "Great arcade and cafe."
• "Lovely little pier and the cafe there is really nice. Cakes were lush and you get a decent size portion as well as a lovely view from both inside and outside seating."
• "A great little arcade, bait shop where the staff are knowledgeable, friendly and helpful."
• "Fun and interesting bay to explore, with plenty of pretty walks and seafaring activities."

Cons:

• "The pier itself was closed for a full refurbishment when we visited so hard to give a rating."
• "Pier itself is currently mostly closed for repairs."
• "The arcade wasn't very good, quite small and not a lot going on in there."
• "But at the moment not much of a reason to visit it other than a drink and that view."
• "Outdated now, same old slot machines, 90% of which are broken in some way."
• "The arcade isn't up to much. Quite dated."
• "Nice pier but when we were there most of the pier was fenced off & the toilets were closed."

Parking and Accessibility

Pros:

• "If you buy refreshments in the café you can get up to two hours parking cost refunded."
• "Plenty of Disabled Spaces right next to the Pier."
• "Parking available close by and a nice coastal walk into town for shops and bars."
• "The car park is quite large & there were plenty of spaces despite other car parks looking full."
• "Parking available kn site wth reasonable prices and you can use £2 of parking ticket in cafe!!"
• "If you're lucky and can find a space you can park on the side of the road for free."
• "There is paid parking out at the pier, with some cafes and an arcade."

Cons:

• "The car park near the restaurants along the front was very hard to find a space despite being off season midweek afternoon."
• "Parking OK, but the hill to get out is eye wateringly high."
• "Parking prices very expensive though."
• "£3 minimum parking is a bit steep to stay for just an hour, if you go in the evening time especially."
• "£4 for parking is expensive."
• "Parking nearby is a trial when busy, and the contactless/card payment facilities were not working, cash required."
• "Be aware that the exit from the car park is an incredibly steep slope with a sharp bend - motorhomes beware!"

Renovation and Maintenance

Pros:

• "The pier is in the process of being renovated allowing for a glimpse of the original pier."
• "Lots of work being done to improve the Pier, newly painted railings, newly laid board planks and lots more."
• "Now with all the renovations you can walk safely to the end."
• "The pier is in severe restoration but is safe to walk on and over to the RNLI lifeboat area. The pier is a poor sight but will look fantastic once fully restored."
• "It is currently being repaired it seems. The bits that are renewed are greatly improved."
• "Currently a lot of renovation work taking place. Looks like the work is being done to a very high standard."
• "The Pier is still being repaired. It had been completely closed to the public for many years."

Cons:

• "Used to enjoy coming here as a kid, looks and feels pretty worn out these days."
• "Not a lot to do, Pier was half under construction but open, the parts that were open felt unsafe."
• "It might be an idea to move those tables and get rid of the decking. There will be an infestation under there."
• "Heartbreaking state of disrepair...looks like they started restoration and abandoned it halfway through."
• "BUT, it's STILL in a state of disrepair after years of deals and promises to get it sorted."
• "The pier is closed. The place is run down. Not accessible. Run down."
• "Fun for the family. In need of desperate repair, falling apart in some places. Railings are missing, holes in the floorboards... scary!"