Hill of Lochagan

The Hill of Lochagan won't take your breath away with drama, but it's a solid walk if you're based around Banff and fancy getting above the coastal plains for a bit. It's a modest peak in Aberdeenshire - nothing that'll require crampons or serious kit, more a straightforward leg-stretcher than a mountaineering challenge.

You get decent views across the farmland and towards the coast if the weather plays ball. On a clear day you can pick out the lie of the land properly, which is useful for getting your bearings if you're exploring the area. The walk itself is accessible enough for reasonably fit families, though younger kids might flag depending on the route you take.

There's no visitor centre or facilities at the summit - this is purely a walk-in attraction, completely free, and you can tackle it whenever you fancy. Allow a couple of hours including a break at the top. Spring and early summer work best when the ground's drier and the days are longer.

If you're staying at one of the nearby caravan parks - Banff Links, Whitehills, or Portsoy Links - this makes a handy morning outing before you head into Banff itself for lunch or to explore the coastal towns. It doesn't dominate your itinerary, but it's the sort of place that fills a gap nicely between seaside wandering and village pottering. Worth adding to your list if you're in the area, not worth planning a trip around.