Mynydd Llysiau

The walk up Mynydd Llysiau rewards you with proper views across the Black Mountains and into Wales - assuming the cloud clears, which it often doesn't in these parts. It's a straightforward hill rather than a dramatic peak, rising above Crickhowell, and the ascent takes most people between 45 minutes and an hour depending on fitness and how many times you stop to catch your breath.

This isn't a scramble or a technical climb. You're looking at a steady walk on decent paths, manageable for families with older kids and absolutely the kind of thing walkers heading to the Brecon Beacons region naturally tick off. The summit itself is fairly bare - grass and stones - so don't expect a dramatic shelter or facilities. Bring water and proper boots, especially if it's been wet.

Worth the effort? On a clear day, absolutely. The panorama justifies the leg work. On a grey Welsh afternoon, you're paying for the walk rather than the view, which is fair enough if you enjoy moving through moorland. Crickhowell itself sits directly below, so you get a proper sense of the landscape you're part of.

If you're based at Cwmdu Campsite or Olchon Valley Campsite, this makes an excellent half-day sortie alongside longer explorations into the Brecon Beacons. It's accessible without requiring a dawn start or serious hiking experience, which makes it genuinely useful for mixed-ability groups.