Mynydd Melyn

The walk up Mynydd Melyn rewards you with proper views across Pembrokeshire's inland valleys - nothing fancy, just solid Welsh moorland with good sightlines north and west. It's a straightforward hill walk from Newport, taking maybe an hour to the summit depending on your pace and which route you fancy. The peak itself isn't dramatic, but that's rather the point; you get the sense of actual countryside rather than some postcard-ready tourist trap.

This one's for walkers who know what they're doing. Families with young kids might find it a bit of a slog, and there's no café or visitor facilities at the top - bring water. The ground can be boggy after rain, so decent boots matter. Allow two to three hours if you're taking it steady and want time to sit about at the summit.

What makes it work is the proximity to Newport and the clutch of holiday parks nearby - Trewrach Glamping and The Hide are both under two miles away, which means you can base yourself locally without faffing about with long drives. Fishguard Bay Resort at under three miles gives you more options if you're staying with a larger group. The walk connects you to the broader Pembrokeshire coastal path network, so it's worth doing if you're already in the area tackling longer stretches. On a clear day you'll understand why people bother with Welsh hills at all.