Bryn Cefnog

The walk up Bryn Cefnog rewards you with proper views across the Brecon Beacons - nothing glamorous, just honest moorland vistas that stretch for miles. It's a straightforward hike from Brecon, relatively short but steep enough to feel like you've done something by the time you reach the summit.

This is the sort of walk that appeals to people who want fresh air and a sense of achievement without committing to an all-day expedition. The peak itself isn't dramatic - no dramatic rock formations or sudden drops - but on a clear day the perspective across Mid Wales makes it worth the effort. Families with older kids do well here; younger ones might find the climb tedious without a compelling payoff at the top.

Allow two to three hours depending on your fitness level and how long you linger at the summit. The best time is early morning or late afternoon when the light catches the hills properly and you'll have fewer people around. It's free, obviously - just park near Brecon and follow the paths up.

If you're staying at Pencelli Castle Caravan & Camping Park, this sits nicely as a half-day outing alongside the bigger walks in the Beacons. It's close enough not to eat petrol money but engaging enough to feel like a proper walk rather than a warm-up. Worth doing if you're in the area, though don't rearrange your holiday for it.