Allt y Fagwyr

The forest at Allt y Fagwyr sits just outside Cardigan in Ceredigion, a proper woodland walk through mixed trees that feels a world away from the coastal bustle nearby. There's something about Welsh forests - they're damp, a bit wild, less manicured than their English counterparts. You get real woodland here, not a theme park version.

The walk itself winds through the trees with decent paths underfoot, though conditions depend entirely on recent weather. After rain it can be boggy, so decent boots are worth the effort. Allow between 45 minutes and two hours depending on how thoroughly you poke about.

This is the sort of place that suits walkers and nature types rather than thrill-seekers. Kids will enjoy it if they're the kind who like climbing over fallen logs and spotting birds, but it's not a destination with facilities or attractions - just trees, air, and quiet. That's either exactly what you want or precisely what will bore them stiff after half an hour.

It works well as a break during a caravan holiday in the area. Llety Caravan Park sits just 3.5 miles away, and several others cluster nearby within easy driving distance - Brynawelon, Mwnt, and Blaenwaun are all under five miles off. Combine it with a coastal walk at Mwnt beach or a poke around Cardigan town and you've got a decent day sorted. Being free and requiring no booking, you can simply turn up and walk whenever it suits you.