Ty'n -y-ffrith

Standing at just 444 metres, this modest summit above Colwyn Bay delivers views that punch well above its weight. The climb from the road is steep but mercifully short - allow an hour return from the nearest parking spot. On a clear day, the panorama takes in the Conwy Valley, the Irish Sea stretching towards Anglesey, and the dramatic spine of Snowdonia to the south. Families with older children will find it manageable, though the final scramble over rocky ground might test younger legs. The path isn't waymarked, so decent navigation skills help - though you can hardly get lost with the sea as your constant reference point. What makes Ty'n-y-ffrith particularly appealing is its accessibility from the holiday parks scattered around Colwyn Bay. Staying at Conwy Holiday Park or any of the sites near Dinarth Hall puts you within easy striking distance for an evening ascent. The golden hour light here is properly spectacular, turning the Conwy Estuary into molten copper. Hill walkers seeking something more substantial than a coastal stroll will appreciate this as a warm-up for bigger Welsh peaks. Just don't expect crowds - this remains refreshingly overlooked despite its proximity to the A55 and the busy resorts below.