Clyne Castle

Clyne Castle is a stone house in Mumbles built on elevated ground overlooking Swansea Bay, distinguished by its symmetrical design with corner towers and broad windows. The structure commands views across the bay and sits within landscaped grounds that include mature woodland and specimen gardens.

The house was built in 1791 and served as the residence of the Vivian family from 1860 until 1952. It then passed to Swansea Corporation, which acquired it as the family's ownership ended.

The house displays original furnishings and objects selected by its former owners during their travels across Europe and beyond. Visitors walking through the rooms can see how the family arranged their collections to reflect their cosmopolitan interests and refined taste.

The house stands adjacent to a public garden with mature trees, flowering shrubs, and rhododendrons that change through the seasons. Visitors can explore the grounds while experiencing how the landscape frames the building.

The owner Admiral Walker Heneage-Vivian was known for eccentric daily habits that shaped life on the estate. Staff members followed peculiar protocols that reflected his distinctive personality and character.

Location: Black Pill

Location: Mumbles

Inception: 1791

Elevation above the sea: 40 m

GPS coordinates: 51.59740,-4.00246

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:05