Maes Gwilyn

The view from Maes Gwilyn stops you dead. This hilltop landmark above Conwy commands the sort of panorama that makes you understand why people chose to settle here in the first place - you can see right across to the Conwy Valley and beyond, with the castle ruins sitting proper dramatic in the middle distance.

It's essentially a grassy outcrop with historical significance, the kind of spot that local historians get animated about but tourists often miss entirely. The walk up is straightforward enough, nothing too taxing, and the vantage point alone justifies the effort. On a clear day - and you'll want clear weather for this - the sweep of North Wales unfolds in front of you.

This works best for walkers and anyone with a genuine interest in the area's past. Kids might manage the climb but won't linger unless they're the type to enjoy a scramble and a distant view. Give yourself an hour, longer if you're taking photos or just sitting about with a flask.

Being so close to Rhyl, it slots well into a wider park holiday if you're based at Parkdean Resorts Ty Mawr or Golden Gate Holiday Centre. You could combine it with Conwy itself - the castle is unmissable, and the walled town rewards a proper wander. Maes Gwilyn works as the morning walk before heading down for lunch.