Moel Llyn

The walk up Moel Llyn from Betws-y-Coed is straightforward enough, but don't let that fool you into thinking it's a doddle. It's a proper little hill that rewards effort with views across the Conwy Valley that genuinely justify the climb. The path is well-trodden, moderately steep in places, and takes most people between 45 minutes and an hour to reach the summit depending on fitness and how often you stop for breath.

What you get at the top is the sort of panorama that makes you understand why people walk in Wales at all. On a clear day, you're looking out over Snowdonia's higher peaks to the south and west, while the Conwy Valley spreads out below. The summit itself is rocky and exposed - bring a windproof if you're going in anything resembling poor weather, because it gets properly blustery up there.

This works brilliantly for anyone who wants a real walk without committing to a full day on the hills. Families with capable kids will manage it fine, though younger ones might find the steeper sections challenging. It's the sort of peak that gives you the satisfaction of proper fell-walking in under two hours from the car park.

Being so close to Betws-y-Coed, it slots perfectly into a broader exploration of Snowdonia. The glamping spots nearby - Porth Eryri and Snowdonia Glamping Holidays are both within easy reach - make sensible bases for a week of varied walking. Moel Llyn sits nicely as a warm-up walk or a solid afternoon outing between exploring the bigger peaks.