Cruach a'Phubuill

You've got a proper hill walk ahead of you with Cruach a'Phubuill, the sort of peak that rewards effort without demanding mountaineering skills. Rising near Tarbert in Argyll, this isn't a massive undertaking - it's more of a bracing afternoon jaunt than a full day expedition. The ascent takes you through moorland with views that open up as you climb, looking out towards the Kintyre Peninsula and the wider Argyll landscape. Walkers will find it straightforward enough, though the path can be boggy in places so decent footwear matters.

The real appeal is the perspective it gives you on the area. From the summit, you can trace the geography of Kintyre and see why the old drove roads wound the way they did. On a clear day, the visibility is excellent. On a grey one - which you've got a decent chance of up here - it's moody and atmospheric instead. Allow two to three hours for a round trip depending on your pace.

This works well as part of a wider Argyll exploration, especially if you're based at The Gather nearby. It's the sort of walk that punctuates a holiday nicely - not demanding enough to dominate a day, but active enough to feel like you've actually moved. Families with older kids will manage it fine. Younger children might struggle with the moorland sections and boggy bits, so gauge accordingly. There's no charge and no facilities at the summit, so bring what you need from Tarbert.