Llyn Bwch

The walk down to Llyn Bwch is what makes it worth the trip. It's a proper little mountain lake tucked into the hills above Cemaes Bay on Anglesey's quieter north coast, and you won't find tour buses queuing up to see it. The lake itself is small and dark, ringed by steep moorland that feels miles away from the seaside towns.

Getting there demands a bit of legwork - there's no car park right at the water's edge, so you're looking at a good walk through farmland to reach it. The path can be boggy depending on the season, and the wind can pick up something fierce on the exposed hillside. That said, if you like a bit of solitude and don't mind muddy boots, it's genuinely lovely. Walkers and photographers tend to get the most out of it, especially on a clear day when you can see across to the mainland from higher up.

If you're staying at one of the nearby sites - Dolydd or Llain Ffynnon are both excellent campsites - Llyn Bwch makes a decent half-day outing. Allow three to four hours including the walk and a sit-down at the top. It's free to visit, naturally. Not the sort of place to drag reluctant kids who want splash pools and ice cream, but perfect if your lot enjoy a proper walk with a reward at the end. Go midweek if you can - weekends can feel a bit busier, even here.