Dodd Hill

The walk up Dodd Hill near Forfar doesn't take long, but it rewards you with a proper panoramic view across Angus and into the Highlands beyond. From the summit you can see for miles on a clear day - the Grampians rise up to the north, and on good visibility you might spot all the way to the coast.

This is a straightforward hill walk rather than a technical climb. The path is well-trodden and manageable for most fitness levels, though the final push to the trig point can be a bit steep. Allow yourself a good hour if you're taking it steady, thirty minutes if you're used to the hills. Families with older kids will manage fine; younger ones might find the climb tedious unless they're keen walkers already.

Go on a crisp morning when the air is clear - afternoon cloud rolls in regularly and ruins the views entirely. The summit itself is fairly exposed, so bring a windproof even if it looks calm in the car park. There's no café or facilities at the top, so pack a flask if you want to linger.

It works brilliantly as a half-day outing if you're staying at Greenhillock Glamping nearby. You won't need the whole day, which leaves time to explore Forfar proper or push on to bigger walks in the Highlands. The hill's modest height means it's accessible year-round, though winter can be boggy and slippery underfoot.