Cadi & Grace

Two statues standing near Lampeter in the heart of Ceredigion - that's Cadi and Grace, named after women whose stories are rooted in this corner of West Wales. The sculptures themselves are worth a look if you're passing through, though I'll be honest, it's not the sort of thing that'll eat up hours of your day. You're talking a quick stop, a few photos, and moving on.

It works best as part of a broader ramble around the area rather than a destination in its own right. The surrounding countryside is genuinely lovely - rolling hills, proper rural Wales - so combine it with a walk or a drive through the Cambrian Mountains if the weather holds. The nearby villages have their charm, and you'll get a sense of how these communities remember their own.

If you're camping locally - and there's no shortage of sites within a few miles, from Lampeter Caravan & Camping right on the doorstep to Canvas & Campfires and Go Eco Glamping slightly further afield - it's the kind of thing you'd slot in on a rainy afternoon or as a gentle walk before tea. The Cambrian Mountains Glamping and Camping site up the road gives you proper access to hiking territory if statues alone feel a bit thin.

No admission fee, no queues, no visitor centre - just you, two sculptures, and the Ceredigion landscape. Suits walkers and local history enthusiasts far more than it suits anyone expecting something grand. Worth ten minutes of your time if you're in the area. Worth driving specifically for? Probably not.