Glan-y-gors

Getting up to Glan-y-gors from Abergele is a proper little scramble, but the summit views across Conwy and beyond make it worthwhile. It's not a massive peak - you're looking at around 600 metres - but it feels higher when you're huffing your way up the steep final section. The approach from the south is more forgiving than it looks on the map, winding through moorland with decent paths most of the way.

On a clear day the views are cracking. You can see across to the coast, back towards Conwy Castle, and inland towards the Clwyds. On grey days it feels rather bleak, which has its own appeal if you like that kind of thing. Plan on two to three hours there and back depending on your pace and the weather.

This is squarely walker territory. Families with young kids will find it tough going - the final push requires proper scrambling and there's exposure in places. Older children who are confident walkers will absolutely love it. It's the sort of spot that rewards effort without being a full alpine expedition.

If you're staying at any of the nearby holiday parks - Plas Farm is closest at just 2.5 miles, or The Beach and Bron-y-Wendon if you want something a bit further out - Glan-y-gors makes a straightforward afternoon or morning outing. Pack water and check the forecast before you go. The summit gets mist-bound surprisingly often.