Seven Sisters

The Seven Sisters in Somerset are a series of seven rounded hills that rise abruptly from the flat levels surrounding Bridgwater, making them impossible to miss once you know where to look. They're not dramatic in the Alpine sense - more like a row of gentle humps on the landscape - but that's precisely what makes them interesting. Walk up any of them and you get proper views across the Somerset Levels, and on a clear day you can see right out towards the Bristol Channel.

These hills are best tackled by anyone who enjoys a straightforward country walk without needing a destination café or visitor centre at the top. Kids will manage them easily enough, though they're hardly a thrilling day out in themselves - more something you'd add to a longer circular route through the local countryside. The local geology buffs will find them genuinely fascinating, formed by Quaternary deposits that tell a story about how this landscape was shaped.

Access is free and straightforward. You'll want to allow between 30 minutes and two hours depending on whether you're climbing one or several of the sisters. Come early morning or late afternoon when the light catches the levels properly - midday flattens everything out. The nearest towns offer basic facilities rather than tourist infrastructure, so plan accordingly.

If you're staying at Secret Valley or Moorhouse Campsite, both excellent choices within a few miles, the Seven Sisters make for a decent morning sortie before exploring the wider Somerset countryside. They're not worth a dedicated trip from further afield, but if you're already in the area working through the local parks, they're well worth the detour.