Honey Hill

Views across the rolling Leicestershire countryside await at this modest but rewarding summit near the Northamptonshire border. Honey Hill won't set any altitude records - it's more gentle rise than dramatic peak - but the 360-degree panorama from the top takes in proper countryside that stretches well into neighbouring counties.

Walkers looking for an easy win will appreciate the straightforward ascent. The footpaths are well-maintained and you can reach the summit in under an hour from most starting points. Families with older children will manage it comfortably, though toddlers might find the final stretch a bit much.

What makes this spot work is its accessibility combined with genuinely lovely rural views. On clear days you can pick out church spires dotting the landscape and trace field boundaries rolling away to the horizon. It's the sort of place that reminds you why people rave about the English countryside without being too demanding.

Staying at one of the holiday parks scattered around the area - Bunkers Hill Farm sits closest at just over half a mile away - makes Honey Hill an ideal morning walk before settling in for the rest of your break. The nearby Caravan Park at Stanford Hall and several other sites within five miles provide good bases for exploring this quieter corner where Leicestershire meets Northamptonshire.