Winllan Hill

The walk up Winllan Hill rewards you with proper views across the Powys borderlands, though it's not a dramatic scramble - more a steady trudge through farmland and woodland. From the summit you can see across to the Tanat Valley and beyond, which on a clear day stretches impressively toward Shropshire. The hill sits just outside Llanymynech, a small market town that serves as a practical jumping-off point.

It's the kind of walk that appeals to people who like their countryside gentle rather than dramatic. Families with young kids manage it without fuss, though there's no formal path - you'll be navigating fields and the occasional muddy track. Allow a couple of hours there and back if you're not rushing. The real value lies in pairing it with other exploration in the area rather than making a dedicated trip. Tanat Holiday Park sits just 1.8 miles away, so if you're staying locally, it's a perfectly decent morning outing before heading to one of the bigger attractions nearby.

Go early or late to avoid the worst of the crowds (such as they are). There's no visitor facility at the top - no café, no car park - just you, the sheep, and the views. That's rather the point. The lack of infrastructure keeps it quiet, which many walkers prefer. Bring decent boots; the ground can be boggy even days after rain.