Craig Garth-bwlch

The walk up Craig Garth-bwlch rewards you with proper views across the Mid Wales landscape - the sort of vantage point that makes you understand why people bothered settling in these valleys in the first place. It's a straightforward hill rather than a technical scramble, making it accessible to most walkers without requiring ropes or specialist kit.

The ascent from Welshpool takes a couple of hours depending on your pace and where you start. On a clear day the vista stretches far enough to justify the leg work. You're looking at moorland and rolling terrain typical of this part of Powys - nothing dramatic, but genuinely pleasant country that opens up once you gain height.

This works best for walkers who appreciate the journey as much as the destination. Families with decent stamina will enjoy it; those expecting a quick fifteen-minute stroll will find it tedious. The peak itself isn't crowded, which is worth noting if you're timing a visit to coincide with quieter weekends.

If you're basing yourself at one of the nearby camping spots - Cae Nant Glamping, Pandy Camping, Camp Plas, or Riverbend Caravan Park are all within five miles - Craig Garth-bwlch makes a solid half or full day out. Combine it with walking the broader trail network in the area and you've got a genuine reason to spend time in the Welshpool region rather than driving straight through.