Cefn Llechid

The walk up Cefn Llechid rewards you with views across the Brecon Beacons that make the climb entirely worthwhile. It's a proper hill rather than a mountaineering expedition, sitting just under 600 metres, and takes most walkers around 90 minutes round trip from the car park near Brecon.

The route itself is straightforward - well-trodden paths that won't lose you, though it does get a bit steep on the approach. What makes it special is how exposed the summit feels once you're up there. On clear days you can see right across Mid Wales, with the surrounding peaks creating a dramatic amphitheatre of stone and grass. On grey days it's moody rather than disappointing, which speaks volumes.

Families with older kids (say, eight and up) will manage this fine. Younger walkers might find the final push tedious, but it's not technical or dangerous. History types won't find much once you're there - it's really about the walk and the views - but the Brecon area itself has plenty of interest, so it fits nicely into a broader rambling weekend.

If you're staying at one of the local glamping spots - Toad & Snail is particularly close at just 3.5 miles away, or the highly-rated Aber Glamping if you want something more established - this makes an excellent morning outing. The weather changes fast up here, so go early and check conditions first. Free to walk, naturally, and honestly worth the effort.