Copse Hill

The walk up Copse Hill rewards you with proper views across Morecambe Bay and the Furness peninsula - assuming the weather cooperates, which in Cumbria is always a gamble. It's a modest height for this part of the world, so you're not talking a full day's expedition, but the ascent from Dalton-in-Furness is steady enough to feel like you've earned your vantage point.

This is walkers' territory, really. It's the sort of hill that appeals to people who want a bracing couple of hours without needing fell boots and navigation skills. The views justify the effort - you can see right across the bay on a clear day, which admittedly doesn't happen often. Don't bring young children expecting an easy stroll; it's properly steep in sections. That said, if your kids are the type who like scrambling and reaching a summit, they'll get a kick out of it.

Base yourself at High Haume Glamping, just 2.5 miles away, and you've got easy access without the drive hassle. It's a cracking spot if you're treating the holiday like a proper walking break rather than lounging about. Old Park Wood Caravan Holiday Park is another option if you're after something more traditional, though it's a bit further out.

Go in late afternoon if you can - the light's better and you'll dodge the weekend crowds. The walk itself is free, naturally. Allow two to three hours return, depending on fitness and how long you linger at the top. Well worth the leg work if you're in the area.