Brights Hill

Rolling farmland stretches in every direction from this modest Gloucestershire summit, making the walk up Brights Hill feel more like a proper countryside ramble than a mountain conquest. The hill rises gently from the Severn Vale near Westbury-on-Severn, offering views across the river towards the Forest of Dean on clear days.

Families will find this an excellent starter hill for children - the gradual ascent won't leave anyone gasping, and there's usually livestock in the surrounding fields to keep younger walkers entertained. Dog owners particularly favour the route, though keep leads handy around sheep.

Expect to spend about an hour on the round trip from the nearest parking spots along the country lanes. The summit itself isn't dramatically marked - just a gentle rise where the views open up properly. On a crisp winter morning, you can pick out the distinctive outline of the Malvern Hills in the distance.

This works brilliantly as a morning stretch if you're staying at one of the nearby sites like Apple Orchard Camping or Haywood Farm Caravan Park. The hill sits conveniently between the Severn and the Cotswolds, making it a lovely way to get your bearings in this part of Gloucestershire without committing to a major hike.