Foel Fraith

The walk up Foel Fraith is straightforward enough - nothing that'll leave you gasping - but the views across Carmarthenshire from the top make it worth the effort. You're looking at a modest peak by Welsh standards, rising above Llangadog and the surrounding farmland, and the summit delivers proper panoramic stuff without requiring scrambling or technical know-how.

It's the kind of walk that works well for families who don't want to spend all day on a hill, or for anyone staying at Cosmos Camping or Brecon Beacons Camping and Caravan Park nearby who fancies getting out for a couple of hours. The landscape up there is rolling, rural Wales - open moorland, good light in the afternoon, and on a clear day you can see across the Towy Valley. Bring a packed lunch and you've got yourself a proper outing.

Go early to dodge the crowds, though honestly this isn't a honeypot destination. Spring through early autumn is best - winter can be waterlogged and visibility duffers out quickly. The approach from Llangadog is straightforward to navigate, though you'll want an OS map or a decent app because signage isn't consistent all the way up.

Free to walk, obviously. Allow a solid two to three hours return depending on pace and how long you faff about at the top taking photos. It pairs nicely with exploring the quieter corners of South Wales if you're camping in the area - Llangadog itself is worth a wander for a proper village feel.