Cwm clettwr

10 great sites for brilliant birdwatching

Andrew Galloway walks a linear route that’s a microcosm of Wales’ best bits

■ Distance: 11½ miles/18.2km ■ Time: 7 hours ■ Grade: Challenging

A little light mountain camping makes this 3-dayer in Snowdonia the perfect long weekend route.

TINTERN ABBEY AND DEVIL’S PULPIT CIRCULAR Level Moderate Elevation gain 328m Length 8.2km (2hr 35min) Description A loop that includes Tintern Abbey and a climb to Devil’s Pulpit for spectacular views

Reservoirs, brooks and sculptures make for a ‘dam’ good autumn walk in this western Sheffield wilderness