Butter Law

The walk up Butter Law takes about forty minutes from Coldstream and rewards you with something genuinely special - a 360-degree view across the Borders that stretches into England on a clear day. It's not a dramatic peak, more of a proper hill that rises to 422 metres, but that's precisely why it works so well.

You'll find yourself among rolling moorland and working farmland, with the River Tweed visible in the distance. The summit itself is marked by a small cairn and a shelter that's seen better days, but locals clearly value the spot - there's a visitor's book inside if you want to add your name.

This is brilliant for walkers who don't want anything too technical or time-consuming. Kids aged eight and up will manage it without complaint, though younger ones might flag on the descent. The path is mostly clear, though it can get boggy in wet weather - proper boots matter.

Coldstream itself is the obvious base, sitting just across the border in the Scottish Borders, and Coldstream Holiday Park makes for a comfortable stop if you're touring the area. Allow two hours return with time for photos and a rest at the top. There's no admission fee or facilities, so bring water and snacks.

Go on a day when visibility is decent - a misty summit isn't worth the slog. On a good morning, though, you'll understand why locals keep coming back.