Llys Hill

The walk up Llys Hill from Welshpool isn't dramatic - more of a steady plod than a scramble - but that's precisely why it works. From the summit you're looking across the Tanat Valley in one direction and towards the Long Mynd in the other, which is a properly satisfying view for minimal effort.

It's the kind of walk that suits families who want to feel like they've achieved something without the kids melting down halfway up. Allow a couple of hours there and back, depending on pace and how long you linger at the top. The ground can be boggy in places, especially after rain, so proper boots matter more than you'd think for what seems like an easy stroll.

Walkers staying at Tanat Holiday Park or Valley View Holiday Park are ideally placed for this. Both are close enough that you could do it as a half-day venture before settling in for the evening. The real appeal is less the destination and more the fact you can be up and back before lunch, leaving the afternoon free for exploring Welshpool itself or heading further into the Powys countryside.

Go on a clear day - the view on a wet afternoon is forgettable. Winter can be pleasant when the grass is short, but summer brings the midges to this area, so think about timing. It's free to access and straightforward enough that you don't need a guide, though an OS map helps if you're not confident with navigation.