Coed Crawley

The woodland paths through Coed Crawley near Pentraeth are proper rewarding if you fancy something straightforward without the tourist masses. It's a modest forest rather than a sprawling estate - think solid walking territory rather than a day-long expedition. The trails wind through native Welsh woodland with decent views over the surrounding countryside when you push higher. You'll spot the usual suspects: oak, birch, and fir mixed in. On a clear day it opens up nicely toward the coast.

Walkers will get the most from this place. It's not difficult terrain - good for families with older kids or anyone after a couple of hours of proper exercise without scrambling about on rocks. The nearest town, Pentraeth, sits just down the road, so you could combine it with a quick coffee stop if needed. The forest itself is free to access, which keeps things simple.

If you're staying at Llanfair Hall - about six miles away - it's worth the short drive for a morning or afternoon wander. Don't expect dramatic vistas or rare plants to photograph. What you get instead is quiet, straightforward woodland walking with enough elevation to feel like you've done something. Visit when it's not raining if you can manage it, as the paths get boggy. Allow two to three hours depending on how many loops you fancy.