Ffrith y Mynydd

Standing at 417 metres, this modest Welsh peak offers surprisingly good views across the Vale of Conwy without the crowds that swarm the bigger mountains nearby. The summit rewards you with panoramic vistas stretching from Snowdonia's peaks to the coast at Colwyn Bay, though it's hardly the most dramatic walk you'll tackle in North Wales.

Families with older children will find the ascent manageable - it's a proper hill walk but nothing too taxing. The path can get muddy after rain, so decent boots are essential. Allow two to three hours for the round trip, depending on how long you linger at the top taking photos.

What makes Ffrith y Mynydd worth considering is its proximity to several holiday parks around Colwyn Bay. If you're staying at spots like Conwy Holiday Park or Dinarth Hall Caravan & Camping, this gives you a decent morning's exercise before an afternoon on the coast. The mountain sits conveniently between the seaside attractions and the more serious hiking further inland.

Honestly, keen walkers might find it a bit tame compared to the drama of Snowdon or the Glyderau range. But for a gentle introduction to Welsh hill walking, or when the weather's too grim for the high peaks, it does the job nicely.