Llanberis is the kick-off point for its namesake path, and the town has many attractions. One of these is the Electric Mountain, which pumps water from the lake up to a reservoir above at night (the off-peak period), then at times of high demand e.g. the end of Coronation Street or an international football match . . .

Many would say not; Scotland's second-highest summit is merely the highest nubbin on a flattish plateau in the Cairngorms. No wafer-thin ridge or heady climb to get the pulse racing, just a trudge along a wide, rock-strewn path. It may reach 1309 metres, but you can get a railway or ski lift up most of its height, if you walk over from Cairn Gorm.

Most people's first thoughts about the Isle of Man will probably relate to motorbike racing, particularly the TT races. Or maybe its the 'Three legs of Mann' symbol, or perhaps its position as a tax haven within the British Isles.