Burretts Grove

You won't find queues at Burretts Grove, which is precisely why it's worth the trip from Salisbury. This Hampshire peak rises above the surrounding chalk downland, offering proper views across the Test Valley - the kind of vista that makes the modest climb feel worthwhile. It's not a dramatic summit, but that's rather the point. The walk itself is straightforward, taking maybe thirty to forty minutes from the car park depending on your pace and how often you stop to look around.

Historically minded visitors will appreciate the Bronze Age barrow near the top - evidence that people have been drawn to this spot for millennia. The grassland supports chalk-loving plants, so spring and early summer are genuinely good times to visit if wildflowers matter to you. Come on a clear day, though. Fog rolls in fast here, and the view evaporates entirely.

It works well as a leg-stretcher if you're based at Salisbury Hillside Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite just down the road, or part of a longer walking day if you're staying at The Meadow Glamping or Stockbridge View. Kids will manage it without complaint - it's not demanding enough to feel like a proper hike, but engaging enough that they won't be bored within the hour. Parking is basic but free, and there are no facilities at the summit, so bring water. October through April is quieter, though the weather's a gamble.