Hindhope Hill

The walk up Hindhope Hill isn't long, but it's properly steep in places, which means you feel like you've earned the view when you reach the top. From the summit you're looking out across the Cheviot Hills in one direction and back towards Otterburn in the other - on a clear day it's genuinely worth the effort.

This is walkers' territory. The peak sits in the heart of Northumberland's hill country, close enough to Otterburn that you can plan it as part of a longer day out in the area. Border Forest Holiday Park, just a few miles south, makes a decent base if you're doing multiple walks in the region. Kids aged eight and up will manage the climb without complaint, though younger ones might find it a slog.

There's no visitor centre or facilities at the top - it's just you, the grass, and the view. No admission fees either, which is refreshing. Allow 45 minutes to an hour for a steady round trip from the car park, longer if you're combining it with other nearby peaks.

Go in late spring or early autumn when the moorland looks its best and midges are less of a nuisance. Winter can be boggy and miserable. It's not a destination that'll dominate your holiday, but if you're staying in Otterburn or heading through the Cheviots, it's a cracking spot to burn an hour and get your legs working.