Craigmoor Wood

The woodland path climbs steadily through Craigmoor Wood, beech and oak closing in on either side as the Dunbar landscape falls away behind you. It's a proper walk rather than a casual stroll - not punishing, but you'll notice your legs by the top. The trees thin out eventually to reveal views across East Lothian that make the huffing worthwhile.

This is one for walkers who want a bit of substance without needing crampons and a guide. The woodland itself isn't dramatic - no waterfalls, no dramatic rock formations - but there's something solid about it. Real trees doing what trees do, the ground firm underfoot most of the time. Allow a good hour for the round trip unless you're dawdling or stopping to identify every bird call.

Families with younger kids might find it a touch dull after thirty minutes. There's no payoff halfway round, no castle or viewpoint to break things up. But older children and teenagers who actually enjoy walking will get on with it fine. The main appeal is the walking itself and the sense of having properly earned those views from the top.

Staying at Belhaven Bay Caravan Park puts you within easy reach - just six miles away - so it works well as a half-day outing when the weather's playing ball. Go when the ground's dry; it can get boggy in the lower stretches after rain, and there's not much shelter once you're committed to the path.