Graham's Law

The walk up Graham's Law is a proper hill-bagging mission rather than a stroll. This 714-metre peak sits in the rolling moorland north of Moffat, and on a clear day you get views that stretch across the Lowlands in all directions - the kind of panorama that makes the climb worthwhile. The ascent itself takes a good couple of hours from the usual starting point, and you'll want proper boots; the ground gets boggy in places and the wind picks up once you're exposed on the higher slopes.

It's best suited to walkers with reasonable fitness who enjoy moorland terrain. Kids can manage it if they're used to hill walking, though younger ones might find the exposed sections a bit much on a windy day. The real payoff is that it's far less crowded than the tourist routes further north, so you get solitude and decent views without battling crowds at the summit.

Head to Moffat for supplies - it's a proper little town with shops and cafes - then base yourself at Moffat Camping and Caravanning Club Site, which is well-run and only five miles away. The peak itself is free to climb and you can do it year-round, though winter requires extra care with snow and ice. Allow half a day if you're taking your time, more if you're exploring the surrounding moorland. The Lowland landscape around here is quieter than the Highlands, which makes Graham's Law a decent choice if you want a proper walk without the tourist infrastructure.