Mynydd Y Cwm

The walk up Mynydd Y Cwm from the Rhyl side is straightforward enough, and on a clear day the views across the Conwy Valley and towards Snowdonia justify the effort. It's not a long haul - most people manage it in under two hours round trip - which makes it ideal if you're staying at Golden Sands Holiday Park and want to escape the caravan site for an afternoon.

The peak itself sits at a modest height, but what it lacks in drama it makes up for in accessibility. Families with older kids who've got some hills in their legs will find it manageable, and you don't need fancy kit. The terrain is typical Welsh moorland - grassy, boggy in places, with the occasional rocky outcrop to pick your way through.

Where it works best is as part of a wider loop exploring the Conwy hills rather than a standalone destination. The nearby peaks and valleys give you options to extend things if the mood takes you. Go mid-week outside school holidays if you want the place to yourself - weekends can get surprisingly busy for what feels like a quiet corner of North Wales.

Rhyl's only a short drive, and there's reasonable parking at the start of the walk. Bring proper boots though - bog is bog, even in summer.