Bolbro Wood

Bolbro Wood is a proper woodland walk through the Mid Wales landscape - dense enough to feel like you've stepped away from things, but not so sprawling that you'll lose the afternoon there. The trees are mixed broadleaf and conifers, with a mix of established paths that wind through. It's the sort of place where you actually notice when you've switched from one type of woodland to another, and the ground changes from moss-thick forest floor to rougher going.

You'll get the most from this if you're into straightforward walking rather than dramatic viewpoints. Families with kids aged seven-plus will manage fine - there's no scrambling or serious elevation - though younger children might find it a bit samey after forty minutes or so. History buffs will find the broader Powys landscape more interesting than the wood itself.

The walk works well as a half-day break if you're based at Smithy Park, which sits barely a mile away, or any of the other caravan parks in the valley. Maes Yr Afon and Camlad Valley Luxury Pods are within easy striking distance too. It's the sort of spot you'd combine with a pub lunch or a potter around nearby villages rather than make a special trip for.

Bring decent boots - it can get boggy - and allow a couple of hours if you're not rushing. There's no visitor infrastructure that I could find, so arrive with what you need. Go mid-week if you prefer quiet, though honestly it rarely gets rammed.