Loveden Hill

The highest point in Lincolnshire sounds more impressive than it actually is, but that's rather the point of Loveden Hill. At 423 feet above sea level, you're standing on what passes for a mountain in these parts - a modest rise near Grantham that rewards the modest walk with proper views across the flat agricultural landscape that defines the county.

It's not a dramatic peak. There's no summit hut, no dramatic scramble, no crowds. What you get instead is a quiet spot where the land visibly rolls away toward the horizon, and on a clear day you can see for miles across Lincolnshire's farming country. The walk up takes minutes rather than hours, making it ideal for families with young children or anyone who wants a bit of elevation without the commitment of a serious fell walk.

This works best as part of a wider park holiday rather than a destination in itself. Base yourself at one of the nearby glamping spots - Wagtail Country Park is closest at under three miles away - and tackle Loveden Hill as a pleasant morning stroll before heading into Grantham for lunch. Bring a picnic, take the views, and move on. The real charm here is in the Lincolnshire landscape itself rather than any single viewpoint, but standing at the county's highest point does give you a genuine sense of ownership over the whole rolling scene.