Humbleton Hill

The walk up Humbleton Hill from Wooler takes about forty minutes if you're taking it steady, and you'll spend most of that time climbing through moorland that gets progressively more open. Once you crest the summit at 518 metres, you've got views that stretch right across the Cheviot hills and down into the valleys below - proper sweeping stuff on a clear day.

It's not a technical climb. The path is well-trodden and relatively straightforward, which means families with older kids can manage it without drama, though younger ones might find the gradient a bit relentless near the top. Walkers will love the straightforwardness of it - no faffing about with complicated navigation, just up and down in an afternoon. History buffs should know there's an Iron Age fort at the summit, though what remains is subtle; you need to know what you're looking at to appreciate it properly.

Allow two to three hours total if you're not rushing and want to sit about at the top. The moorland can be boggy in wet weather, so waterproof boots aren't optional. Start early if you're visiting in winter - daylight disappears quick up here.

If you're based at Highburn House Caravan Park or Riverside Wooler, you're perfectly positioned. Both are within a couple of miles of the trailhead, making this an easy morning or afternoon excursion without the schlep of a long drive. It pairs well with exploring Wooler itself and the broader Cheviot landscape.