Broadfaulds Hill

Broadfaulds Hill rises quietly from the Aberdeenshire landscape near Forfar - not a famous peak, but a solid walk that rewards you with proper views across the Highlands if you time it right. The summit itself is moorland, rough underfoot, with that particular Scottish wind that makes you grateful for a decent jacket even on a fine day.

This is walker territory, full stop. It's not a scramble, not technical, just a straightforward trek uphill through the kind of terrain that looks deceptively close but takes longer than you'd think. Allow two to three hours depending on fitness and weather conditions - moor walking is slower than fell walking, and the ground can be boggy. The views justify the effort though. On a clear day you're looking out over a landscape that doesn't quit.

Go in late spring or early autumn when the midges aren't absolutely vicious and the light stays decent for hours. Winter brings its own challenges - the paths aren't maintained like popular peaks, so you need hill sense.

For a park holiday in the area, this pairs well with Greenhillock Glamping just down the road. It's the kind of walk that works best if you're staying locally and can choose your weather window rather than forcing it on a set day. Families with young kids will struggle - this isn't a Sunday afternoon stroll. But if you're serious about getting into the Aberdeenshire hills quietly, without fighting crowds, Broadfaulds Hill delivers.