Twyn Llech

The walk up Twyn Llech rewards you with proper views across the Black Mountains and into Herefordshire. It's not a massively famous peak - you won't find crowds here - but that's rather the point. The summit sits at around 600 metres, making it accessible to most reasonably fit walkers without requiring serious scrambling gear.

The approach from near Hereford is straightforward enough, though you'll want decent boots if the ground's been wet. The views from the top sweep across the Olchon Valley and back towards the Golden Valley, which makes the effort worthwhile. On a clear day you can see properly far. In mist, well, you'll just have to trust the OS map.

This is ideal for walkers who want a couple of hours outside without committing to a full-day expedition. Families with older kids will manage it fine. The route doesn't have dramatic exposed sections or scrambles, so it's fairly forgiving. Allow two to three hours depending on your pace and how long you linger at the top for lunch.

If you're based at Chapel House Farm Campsite or Olchon Valley Campsite - both within spitting distance - you could easily slot this in as a morning jaunt. The more distant sites like By the Wye Glamping or Hay-on-Wye Caravan Park work too, though you're adding driving time. There's nothing to suggest admission charges here - it's open access moorland. Just check the weather before you head out. The peak can turn grim quickly.