Hound Hill

The walk up Hound Hill rewards you with proper views across the Derbyshire countryside, though it's not a dramatic scramble - more a steady pull through moorland that opens out nicely as you gain height. From Uttoxeter, it's a straightforward approach, and you'll find the summit gives you a real sense of the landscape's roll and dip in a way that sitting in the car never quite manages.

This is walker territory, frankly. The sort of place families with older kids will enjoy, though toddlers might find the climb tedious. You're looking at a couple of hours round trip depending on your pace and how long you linger at the top. The views aren't Instagram-dramatic, but they're worth the effort - the kind of vista that makes you understand why people walk in Derbyshire rather than just drive through it.

There's nothing on the summit itself, no cafe or facilities, so bring water and sensible footwear. Dawn or late afternoon light works well if you're after photographs. The nearby holiday parks - Lane Tree Hideaways and Peake's Retreats are closest - make decent bases for a few days of this kind of gentle rambling. You could easily link Hound Hill with other local walks and make a proper day of it.

Go if you want an honest moorland walk with decent sightlines. Skip it if you're after drama or something that'll keep you occupied for more than half a day.