Bwlch-Y-Cocsydd

The walk up Bwlch-Y-Cocsydd isn't dramatic, but that's rather the point. You're rewarded with proper Welsh moorland views stretching towards Welshpool, and on a clear day the whole Mid Wales landscape opens up. It's the kind of peak that makes you understand why people settle in this part of the world - nothing flashy, just genuine countryside that shifts colour with the seasons.

The walk itself takes a couple of hours depending on your pace and which route you tackle from the valley below. Bring a map; phone signal can be sketchy up there. It's ideal for walkers who want something achievable without major scrambling, though the terrain gets boggy in wet weather so waterproof boots are essential. Families with older kids will manage fine, but younger ones might struggle with the moorland trudge.

Free to access - it's just moorland - and there's no specific visitor centre or facilities, so come prepared with water and snacks. Early morning gives you the best chance of clear views, particularly in autumn when the light hits differently.

If you're based at Valley View Holiday Park or one of the other sites within a few miles of Welshpool, this makes a solid half-day excursion. It works well alongside exploring the town itself and isn't trying too hard to be anything other than what it is: a moorland walk with decent vistas. Worth doing if you're in the area, but don't detour specially from elsewhere.