Allt Pant-Mawr

The walk up Allt Pant-Mawr rewards you with proper views across the Powys moorlands, though it's not a peak that'll take your breath away in the way a Welsh 3000-footer might. Near Llanidloes, this is more of a solid afternoon's leg-stretcher than an all-day expedition. You're looking at moorland terrain, open slopes, and the kind of landscape that gets better the higher you climb - those distant ridges and valleys opening up once you've gained some height.

It suits walkers who want to get away from crowds without needing technical skills or scrambling. Families with older kids will manage fine if they're used to undulating ground; younger ones might find the moorland a bit samey. The real appeal here is simplicity - no drama, no scrambles, just solid walking on accessible terrain.

Allow two to three hours for a decent circuit depending on your pace. There's no entrance fee or visitor centre to speak of. The best time is late spring through early autumn when the moorland isn't waterlogged - these exposed slopes can get boggy and bleak come winter. If you're based at one of the local holiday parks - Glangwy Farm Camping, Red Kite Touring, or Ty Llewelyn Glamping are all within striking distance - this makes an easy morning walk before heading into Llanidloes for lunch. Clywedog Riverside is another solid option if you want to combine walking with other valley activities nearby.