Hamilton Hill

Hamilton Hill stands out as one of Lincolnshire's proper viewpoints - a modest rise near Market Rasen that rewards the short climb with views across the Wolds rolling away in all directions. It's not a dramatic peak by any stretch, but on a clear day you can see well beyond the immediate farmland. The walk up takes about fifteen minutes from the nearest approach, and the summit itself is fairly exposed, so wind can be a factor.

This works best for walkers rather than families with young children, unless you're after a straightforward morning stroll. History types might appreciate the vantage point - the Wolds have been settled for thousands of years, and standing here you understand why. There's something about the perspective that makes the landscape make sense.

Come early or mid-week if you want peace. Weekends can draw a steady trickle of locals who know the spot. Allow a couple of hours if you're making an afternoon of it with a picnic. If you're staying at Into the Wild Glamping or Lindsey Trail just down the road, this is a straightforward pre-breakfast walk without faffing about with the car. North Gulham Glamping is a bit further out but still within easy reach if you're basing yourself in the area. Free to visit, naturally. Best in late summer or early autumn when the light's kinder and the fields show their colour.