Tracing its way along the Welsh coast, there’s more to the A487 than meets the eye

Kerry Walker takes a road trip through Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

■ Distance: 9¼ miles/14.8km ■ Time: 4 hours ■ Grade: Moderate

Jim Perrin revisits a minor but notable hill of the Rhinogydd, in the fine company of campaigning photographer Fay Godwin and archaeologist Peter Crew

NEWCASTLE AND MARDU CIRCULAR Level Easy Elevation gain 217m Length 6.1km (1hr 49min) Description This round-the-hill loop trail from Newcastle leads through peaceful rural landscapes and small village

■ Distance: 8½ miles/13.7km ■ Time: 5 hours ■ Grade: Challenging