Huddox Hill

The walk up Huddox Hill rewards you with views that stretch across the Somerset Levels - proper expansive stuff on a clear day. It's not a massive peak, but it commands attention from its position near Mells, and the climb is straightforward enough without being trivial.

You're looking at an hour or so from the village to reach the top, depending on your pace and how often you stop to catch your breath. The landscape rolls away beneath you in all directions, and on decent weather days it's the kind of spot where you genuinely understand why people walk. There's nothing fancy up there - no café, no viewing platform, no gift shop - just the view and whatever quiet you can find.

This works well for anyone after a proper walk without needing technical kit or half a day's commitment. Families with older kids will manage it fine; younger ones might find it a bit of a slog, though the gentle gradient helps. History types won't find much interpretation, but the land itself tells stories if you know where to look.

If you're staying at one of the nearby parks - Bath Mill Lodge Retreat is closest at under five miles away, or Glamping on the Hill if you want something with more character - this makes a good half-day outing to stretch your legs without driving far. CAMPWELL FARM sits just beyond, also well-placed for a base. Go midweek or early morning to avoid weekend crowds, and bring a decent map.