Allt Waun-rhiw-moch

The walk through Allt Waun-rhiw-moch is one of those proper Welsh forest experiences - steep enough to get your heart going, but short enough that you won't be cursing yourself by the end. The forest sits just outside Llanelli, tucked into Carmarthenshire's quieter corners, and the trees here feel genuinely ancient in places. You're looking at a mix of broadleaf woodland and conifer, the sort of place where the light filters through in shafts and the undergrowth stays damp even weeks after rain.

It's ideal for anyone who wants a woodland walk without the tourist crowds. Families with older kids will manage it fine - the terrain is uneven in spots but nothing technical. Walkers get a proper leg-stretcher without needing half a day. History types won't find much to sink their teeth into, but if you're into recognizing tree species and spotting birds, bring binoculars.

The beauty of staying at one of the nearby parks - Towy Valley Caravan Park is closest at under three miles - is that you can slot this in as a morning walk before heading elsewhere. It won't take more than ninety minutes start to finish, which makes it a decent warm-up hike if you're planning a longer day out in the area. Admission appears to be free, though do check locally as these things can change. Best visited when it's not been raining heavily; the paths get slick fast.