Kipscombe Hill

The walk up Kipscombe Hill from Lynton is properly steep - no messing about. You're climbing moorland terrain with the sort of gradient that makes you feel it in your thighs, but the reward is a viewpoint that genuinely justifies the effort. On a clear day you can see right across to Exmoor's high ground, and the coastline drops away towards Lynmouth below in a way that makes the huff and puff worthwhile.

It's the kind of place where walkers with decent fitness levels will get the most out of it. Young kids might struggle with the sustained climb, though teenagers who fancy themselves as outdoorsy types will find it achievable. Expect to allow two hours minimum for a round trip from town, longer if you're stopping to catch your breath and take in the views properly.

The beauty of basing yourself nearby - Lynmouth Holiday Retreat is just a couple of miles down the road - is that you can tackle this in the morning when your legs are fresh, then spend the afternoon exploring the clifftop paths or heading down to the beach. It's the sort of local walk that doesn't require planning ahead or buying tickets; just turn up in decent boots and crack on. The moorland terrain means it can get boggy after rain, so pick your day and wear appropriate kit. Nothing fancy needed, just sensible walking shoes and weather-appropriate layers.