Fadden Hill

The walk up Fadden Hill isn't long, but it's steep enough to catch you out if you're not paying attention. Near Berwick-upon-Tweed in the Scottish Borders, this modest peak rewards the effort with proper views across the borderlands - farmland rolling away toward the Cheviot Hills, and on a clear day you can pick out the curve of the coast toward Scotland.

It's less a destination in itself and more a solid afternoon walk for anyone staying at Coldstream Holiday Park or Chainbridge Touring Caravan Site nearby. You're looking at maybe an hour up and back if you're steady on your feet, less if you're used to hills. The terrain is straightforward enough - no scrambling, nothing technical - but the gradient is genuine. Bring decent boots because it can be muddy even after light rain.

Families with primary-school-aged kids will find it manageable, though younger children might struggle with the steepness. It's not the sort of place you'd travel specially for, but if you're in the area exploring the Borders on a caravan break, it's well worth the detour. The viewpoint at the top gives you a real sense of the landscape rather than just passing through on the main road. Go in late afternoon when the light's better and the crowds - such as they are - have moved on. Free, obviously. No facilities up there, so bring water.