Bryn Prys

Getting to Bryn Prys from Betws-y-Coed means a proper walk into the Conwy hills, but it's one that pays off. The peak itself isn't a dramatic summit - no false heroics here - but the views across the valley are genuinely worth the effort, especially on a clear day when you can pick out the surrounding ridges stretching into Snowdonia.

It's a walk for people who actually enjoy walking rather than those after an Instagram moment at the top. The terrain is steep enough to get your heart going, though nothing technical. Allow a couple of hours for the round trip depending on your pace. The best time is midweek in spring or early autumn when the weather's more predictable and the crowds thin out.

If you're staying at one of the local glamping spots - Porth Eryri is just a mile away - this makes an excellent morning adventure. Snowdonia Glamping Holidays, three and a half miles off, is also well-positioned for heading out here. Neither site is overly touristy, which suits the walk's quiet character.

Families with older kids might manage it fine, but there's no café at the top or facilities halfway up, so plan accordingly. Younger children could find the ascent tedious. The real appeal is for walkers who want something accessible but genuinely rewarding - a proper hill experience without needing mountaineering skills.