Hen Allt

Getting to Hen Allt means a proper walk, and that's rather the point. This modest peak sits above Welshpool in Powys, the sort of hill that doesn't announce itself loudly but rewards anyone willing to make the climb. The summit itself isn't dramatic - no jagged rocks or sweeping vistas that make you gasp - but once you've earned your way up, you get real, undramatic views across Mid Wales. On clear days you can see for miles across green valleys and distant ridges. It's the walking that matters here, not the destination.

This is one for the legs-and-fresh-air brigade rather than casual strollers. Families with older kids who are properly into hiking will have a good day of it. Bring a map and decent boots - the paths can be boggy and the weather turns quickly in these hills. Allow two to three hours depending on your pace and which route you take from Welshpool.

The nearest towns and facilities are back in Welshpool itself, so plan accordingly. If you're staying at Valley View Holiday Park or Tanat Holiday Park - both within easy reach - Hen Allt makes a solid half-day excursion that gets you properly out into the landscape without requiring technical skills or special equipment. It's the sort of walk that leaves you genuinely tired and satisfied, which is far better than a stroll that merely marks time.