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Famous Welsh hotel demolished after fire reborn after ‘blood, sweat and tears’

Famous Welsh hotel demolished after fire reborn after ‘blood, sweat and tears’

A popular hotel that was demolished after being severely damaged in a devastating fire earlier last summer has announced it is ready to reopen. The Worm’s Head Hotel, located in the Gower Peninsula, collapsed after an overnight fire on July 14, 2025. The hotel, known for its breathtaking views of the iconic Rhossili Bay and the famous Worm’s Head, has long been a beloved destination for locals and visitors alike. The family-owned hotel was left heartbroken after the blaze, which was later determined to be accidental by the Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service. Following the fire, the hotel’s owner vowed to “raise it from the ashes,” as an outpouring of support from the community and past guests flooded in. The team behind The Worm’s Head have done just that – announcing they are ready to open less than a year after the devastating fire. The hotel will reopen on Saturday, April 11, after “much blood, sweat, and tears”, the owners said in a Facebook post. Never miss a Swansea story by signing …