The Park

The Park sits above Brecon, a proper hill walk rather than a casual stroll. You're looking at decent elevation gain through moorland that shifts from green to purple depending on the season, with views across the Brecon Beacons that stretch for miles on a clear day. The summit itself is exposed and windswept - bring a jacket even in summer.

Walkers get the most from this one. It's the sort of walk that takes a solid couple of hours round trip depending on your fitness and route choice, and the reward is genuine: you can see into three counties from up there. Kids will manage it if they're used to hills, but it's not a gentle family ramble. The views alone make the legs worth it, though I'll be honest - on a grey Welsh day, it's fairly bleak.

It's free to access, obviously. No facilities at the top, so pack water and something to eat. Best visited in decent weather; there's not much point struggling up in cloud. Late spring through early autumn is when most people tackle it.

If you're based at one of the nearby caravan parks - Bryndu is closest at under three miles - this pairs well with exploring Brecon itself and the broader Beacons National Park. It's a solid day out rather than an afternoon job, and it'll work up an appetite for a proper meal back in town.