Margell's Hill

The walk up Margell's Hill rewards you with views across the Seaton valley that justify the effort, even if the climb itself isn't exactly gruelling. It's a proper Devon viewpoint - the kind locals know about but tourists often miss while queuing at the bigger attractions along the coast.

Once you're up there, the perspective shifts. You see how the landscape folds towards the sea, and on a clear day the visibility stretches far enough to make the walk feel worthwhile. The path is straightforward rather than technical, so families with older kids won't struggle, though younger ones might need a hand on steeper sections. Walkers after a brisk leg-stretcher will find it satisfying without eating up half the day.

Seaton's close enough that you can make this part of a morning walk before heading into town for lunch. If you're staying at Oakdown or Beer Head Holiday Park, it's an easy drive or even a longer walk if you fancy linking it to other local routes. Go early if you want the hill to yourself - it's one of those places that gets busier on summer weekends.

There's no visitor infrastructure up top, so bring water and wear decent boots. The ground can be boggy after rain, which is typical Devon hill walking. Worth the detour if you're based nearby, less so if you're just passing through on the way to Sidmouth or Exmouth.