Moelypenmaen

The walk up Moelypenmaen from Pwllheli takes you inland from the coast, away from the seaside crowds and into proper Snowdonia foothills. It's not a massive peak - you're looking at under two hours round trip for most walkers - but the views across the Lleyn Peninsula make it absolutely worth the leg work. On a clear day you can see right out to sea, and the moorland at the top has that open, windswept feel that makes Wales feel genuinely wild.

This is a straightforward hill walk, nothing technical. You'll pass through woodland lower down, then emerge onto moorland with gorse and heather. The terrain can be boggy in places, so proper boots matter more than you'd think. Allow a solid ninety minutes up and an hour back if you're not rushed. There's no cafe at the top, no facilities really - it's just you, the view, and whatever weather decides to show up.

Families with older kids will manage it fine. Younger ones might find it a bit of a slog without much to hold their attention en route. This is more for people who actually want a walk rather than a stroll. If you're based at one of the nearby parks - Away From It All or Brook Cottage are closest, both under three miles away - it's a cracking half-day option. Combines well with a proper seaside afternoon in Pwllheli itself, which breaks up a longer stay nicely. Free to access, of course. Best done when there's been dry weather; mud here is real mud.