Coxall Knoll

The walk up Coxall Knoll rewards you with one of those views that makes the climb worthwhile - all rolling Shropshire hills falling away in every direction, and on a clear day you can pick out the Long Mynd proper easily. It's a proper hill walker's peak rather than a casual stroll, though nothing that demands mountaineering boots. The summit itself is modest, just an open hilltop with decent vistas across the countryside, the sort of place where you'd spend twenty minutes taking in the landscape before heading back down.

Best suited to walkers and hikers who are spending time exploring the Shropshire Hills. Families with older children will manage fine if they're used to country walking - younger kids might find the ascent a bit much. History types will appreciate the Iron Age fort remnants dotted about the area, though you'll need local knowledge to spot them. The walk takes a couple of hours from Craven Arms, which sits just a few miles away as your base.

It's genuinely free to visit, no permits or fees, and there's no bad season for it. Spring and autumn give you the clearest views without the midges. If you're staying at one of the nearby glamping spots - Shropshire Luxury Glamping or Shropshire Hills Glamping are both within striking distance - it makes for a morning walk before breakfast, or an evening push if you've got time. Pair it with walks around the broader Shropshire Hills area and you've got a solid day out.