Pier Roman Camp

Roman legions once stood on this windswept hilltop, and you can still make out the earthwork remains of their temporary camp if you know where to look. Pier Roman Camp sits on elevated ground near Bangor, offering expansive views across the Menai Strait towards Snowdonia on clear days. The archaeological remains are subtle - grassy banks and ditches that formed the camp's defensive perimeter - but the setting is properly dramatic.

History enthusiasts will find plenty to ponder here, imagining Roman soldiers stationed on this strategic high point nearly two thousand years ago. The walk up is straightforward enough for most abilities, though it's exposed so wrap up warm on blustery days. Families might struggle to keep younger children engaged unless they're already keen on ancient history - there's no visitor centre or interpretation boards to bring the site to life.

Allow an hour or two for the walk and exploration, longer if you want to soak up those views. It's free to visit year-round, being open countryside. The site works well as a half-day excursion from any of the nearby holiday parks like Black Horse Glamping or Kingsbridge Caravan Park, perhaps combined with a trip into Bangor for supplies. Best visited on a crisp, clear morning when the mountain views are at their sharpest.