Bailey Hill

Bailey Hill rises 1,674 metres above Knighton, and frankly, the walk up is more rewarding than the summit itself. The approach takes you through proper Welsh moorland - open, windswept, with views that stretch across Powys before you've even reached the top. Once there, the panorama sweeps toward the Brecon Beacons on a clear day, though the actual peak is a bit anticlimactic: just moorland, some stones, and the wind in your face.

Walkers will get the most out of this one. It's not a casual stroll - allow two to three hours for the round trip - but the terrain is straightforward enough for anyone with decent boots and a bit of fitness. Families with older kids might manage it, though younger ones could find the exposed moorland a touch bleak.

There's no visitor centre or facilities, so bring water and something to eat. The walk is free, as hills tend to be. Timing matters here: early autumn gives the best light, and you'll want dry conditions because the ground gets boggy fast after rain.

If you're based at one of the nearby parks - Black Hall Lodges, Hush Hush Glamping, or Rockbridge Park - Bailey Hill works as a proper half-day adventure. It's close enough to Knighton that you won't waste time driving, far enough up to feel like you've actually achieved something. Worth the walk if you're after a bit of solitude and decent views rather than a marked tourist destination.