Haslingfield high point

The highest point around Haslingfield isn't going to take your breath away in the dramatic sense, but it does something better - it puts the flat Cambridgeshire landscape into proper perspective. You're looking at roughly 146 metres of elevation, which in this part of the world might as well be a mountain. The walk up is gentle, the views across the rolling countryside towards Royston are genuinely pleasant, and on a clear day you can pick out landmarks for miles.

It's the kind of spot that works best for walkers wanting a proper ramble rather than a destination hike. Families with younger kids won't find much to hold their attention for long - there's no facilities, no drama, just open countryside and that modest elevation gain. But if you're staying at Shepreth Mill or Guilden Gate Glamping and fancy a half-day excursion that doesn't require scrambling or serious fitness, this fits the bill nicely.

Allow a couple of hours return, depending on how far you fancy wandering. There's something restorative about climbing to the highest point in your region, even if that region is Cambridgeshire. Go in decent weather - the views rely on visibility, and muddy paths in winter aren't worth the schlep. It's free, obviously, and best tackled as part of a wider walking loop rather than an isolated trip.