Bryn Glas

The walk up Bryn Glas from Presteigne is proper straightforward, which means you can actually enjoy the views rather than gasping for breath. It's not a huge peak - nothing dramatic - but that's rather the point. On a clear day you get decent views across the Powys countryside, the kind of landscape that makes you understand why people move to Mid Wales and stay put.

The summit's manageable for families with older kids, though younger ones might find it a bit dull once they've reached the top. There's no café, no facilities, no crowds. Just you, some grass, and the hills. It takes about 90 minutes there and back from town, so it fits nicely into a morning before lunch. The path itself is well-trodden enough that you won't get lost, but it's not overdeveloped - feels like an actual walk rather than a tourist trap.

If you're staying at one of the nearby parks - Rockbridge Park or Presteigne Holiday Park are closest - this works as a gentle way to stretch your legs without committing to a full day's hiking. Frankly, it's the kind of walk that local people do regularly, which tells you something. It's not Instagram-worthy and that's entirely its charm. Go early morning if you want any sense of solitude.