Cefn Gunthly

The walk up to Cefn Gunthly rewards you with views across the Shropshire and Powys borderlands that justify the effort. It's a proper hill walk rather than a casual stroll - the sort of thing that takes a couple of hours including time to stand about at the top catching your breath and taking in the landscape. The peak itself isn't dramatic in the alpine sense, but on a clear day the perspective across to the Long Mynd and beyond makes the slog worthwhile.

This one's for walkers with some fitness and a bit of time on their hands. Kids might manage it if they're keen types, but it's not a gentle family ramble. The terrain can be muddy and exposed in places, so decent boots and a weather eye are essential - the weather here changes faster than you'd expect. There's no visitor centre or facilities at the summit, so come prepared with water and snacks.

Bishops Castle sits just a few miles south and makes an ideal base. If you're camping nearby at Foxholes or Green Caravan Park, you can tackle this as a half-day adventure and still have time to explore the town's independent shops and pubs afterwards. Combine it with walking the Kerry Ridge or Stiperstones nearby for a proper hiking break. The area feels genuinely remote despite being close to civilization, which is exactly what makes it work.