Mindrummill Crag

The walk up Mindrummill Crag rewards you with proper views across the Borders - rolling hills that seem to go on forever, with the Tweed Valley spreading out below. It's not a massive summit by Scottish standards, but the climb is straightforward enough that you won't spend half the day getting there and back.

You'll want to allow a couple of hours round trip from Coldstream, which sits just a few miles away. The terrain is grassy and fairly well-trodden, though it can be boggy after rain so don't bother in foul weather. This isn't a technical scramble - it's more of a steady plod that works well for families who want the satisfaction of reaching a proper viewpoint without the serious graft.

Historically types might appreciate the wider landscape context - you're looking at border country here, land that's shifted hands more times than you'd care to count. But honestly, the appeal is straightforward: the view, the air, the chance to stretch your legs on good Scottish hills.

If you're staying at Coldstream Holiday Park, this makes a solid half-day excursion that leaves the afternoon free for something else. Pick a clear day though - the Crag loses its magic when the cloud comes down. Free to walk, naturally, and the ground is public access all the way.