Craig yr Iyrchen

The walk up Craig yr Iyrchen demands proper leg work, but the payoff is a proper Welsh summit with genuine views across the Conwy Valley. It's not a massive peak - you're looking at around 1,406 feet - but the approach from Betws-y-Coed is steep enough that you'll feel like you've actually done something once you reach the top.

On a clear day the vistas stretch across to Snowdon in the distance, with the valley floor dropping away beneath you in pleasing fashion. The rocky scramble near the summit adds a touch of adventure without requiring ropes or serious climbing experience. Most fit walkers will manage the round trip in two to three hours, depending on pace and photo stops.

This is genuinely worth tackling if you're staying in the area - Betws-y-Coed makes an excellent base, and if you're after something a touch more relaxed between walks, Porth Eryri Glamping sits just a few miles away for a more comfortable night. The peak itself suits walkers and hill-lovers rather than casual strollers. Kids aged eight and upwards will likely enjoy it, though younger ones might struggle with the gradient.

Go early if you can. Afternoon cloud can roll in quickly across these hills, and you'll lose the views entirely. There's no visitor facility at the summit - just space to sit, eat a sandwich, and take in what North Wales does brilliantly. Free to access, naturally, like most Welsh peaks.