High Hill

High Hill is Norfolk's idea of a summit - which is to say it's a modest bump in a flat landscape, but don't let that put you off. At around 105 metres, it's the county's highest point, and the views across the Norfolk Broads from up there are genuinely lovely on a clear day. You're looking out over reedy wetland, distant church spires, and that endless East Anglian sky that somehow feels bigger than anywhere else.

It's a straightforward walk from Norwich, and the appeal is more about the walk itself than any dramatic peak experience. The surrounding countryside is quiet and uncluttered - proper Norfolk, all winding lanes and scattered villages. Walkers will find it worthwhile, particularly if you're already exploring the Broads area. Kids won't be bored getting up there, but they won't be scrambling over rocks or anything daft either.

Free to visit, obviously - it's just a hilltop. Allow an hour or so if you're combining it with a proper walk through the nearby parishes. The nearest parks like Dilham Hall Retreats and Tonnage Bridge are barely a mile away, making High Hill a decent diversion if you're based locally for a few days. Summer is the obvious choice for visiting, though any dry day works fine. It's not a destination in itself, but as part of a Norfolk Broads holiday it's a solid half-day addition. The real pleasure is the quiet - you won't find crowds up there.