Allt Corgam

Dense woodland spreads across the hillside here, offering proper walking territory for anyone staying in west Wales. Allt Corgam isn't signposted like the flashier tourist spots, but that's rather the point - you'll have the forest paths largely to yourself. The trees are mixed native species, creating a canopy that shifts with the seasons from spring's fresh greens to autumn's russet golds. Walking here feels like stepping back decades, when these Welsh valleys were wilder and less visited. Families with energetic children will find plenty to explore, though bring wellies as the ground stays damp even in summer. The paths aren't marked, so confident walkers only - this isn't somewhere to bring elderly relatives or pushchairs. You could easily spend a morning here if you're the type who enjoys getting properly lost among the trees. Bird watchers do well in the early hours, and the relative quiet makes it a good spot for wildlife photography. Given the choice of holiday parks nearby - Glyncoch Isaf Holiday Cottages sits closest at just over half a mile - this forest works well as a gentle morning adventure before heading to the coast. It's free to wander, assuming access remains open, though do check locally as forestry work can close areas temporarily.