Craig Wen

Getting to the summit of Craig Wen involves a proper scramble up bare rock, with steep sections that demand respect and reasonable fitness. It's not a casual stroll - you're looking at serious handholds and exposure in places, especially on the final push. The views from the top are absolutely worth the graft though. You can see right across the Conwy Valley, with the Snowdonian peaks filling the horizon and the Conwy River snaking below. On a clear day it's genuinely spectacular.

This one's for walkers who enjoy a bit of challenge and aren't bothered by narrow paths. The scramble sections mean young children would struggle, though teenagers with some hillwalking experience would manage fine. It's the sort of peak that feels wild and slightly exposed - you get the sense of proper mountains here, not just a country ramble.

Allow two to three hours from Betws-y-Coed, which sits about twenty minutes' drive away. There's no visitor facility at the summit itself, just rock and views, so take water and snacks. The approach is free - no gates or charges - though parking in Betws-y-Coed can be tight on weekends.

If you're based at Maenan Abbey Caravan Park or Erw Glas Glamping, both within easy reach, Craig Wen makes a strong half-day outing alongside other Conwy Valley walks. It's demanding enough to feel like proper achievement without needing mountaineering kit, and the landscape around it justifies the effort.