Pen-heol-rhyn

The walk up Pen-heol-rhyn isn't long, but it's steep enough to feel proper earned when you reach the top. Perched above Crickhowell in Powys, this peak gives you the sort of views that make the climb worthwhile - rolling Mid Wales countryside spreading out in all directions, with the Black Mountains dominating the horizon.

It's a straightforward hill walk rather than a technical climb, taking maybe an hour or so from the base depending on fitness. The path is well-trodden but can get boggy after rain, so decent boots help. You're looking at perhaps 90 minutes total if you include the descent and a breather at the summit to take it all in.

Walkers will absolutely get their money's worth here. It's the sort of walk that doesn't demand a full day but delivers genuine satisfaction - exactly the type of thing to build into a longer exploration of the area. History types might find the views interesting rather than thrilling; there's no ruin or monument up top, just the landscape itself.

If you're staying at Cwmdu Campsite just down the road, this is a natural half-day expedition. The peak sits well within reach of longer rambles across the surrounding hills, and Crickhowell itself is close enough for supplies and a decent pub afterwards. Fair weather makes a real difference up here - get a clear day and it transforms the experience entirely.