Type Knowes

Type Knowes rises just outside Moffat like a proper little sentinel, offering walkers a straightforward hill with genuine rewards. It's not a brutal slog - more of a determined trudge that takes the better part of an hour from the car park, climbing through moorland that opens out the higher you go. The views across Dumfries & Galloway are solid on a clear day, rolling away toward the Southern Uplands with enough distance to feel like you've actually achieved something.

This one suits anyone who fancies a proper walk without needing to be a mountain goat. Family groups with school-age kids will manage fine, though younger children might find the final stretch tedious. It's the kind of hill that rewards you for the effort without being dramatic about it - no scrambling, no exposure, just firm ground underfoot and decent visibility once you're up top.

The nearest town, Moffat, sits just down the road and makes a natural base. If you're planning a caravan holiday in the area, Howslack Farm is well-placed for exploring these hills - it's only 6 miles away and sits at a cracking 5.0 rating. You could easily combine Type Knowes with other walking in the region without it being a production.

Allow a couple of hours for the round trip. It's free access on the moorland, and there's no real season to worry about - winter can be muddy, but spring through autumn is straightforward. Go midweek if you can; weekends pull more of a crowd.