Kineton Hill

The walk up Kineton Hill rewards you with one of those rare Cotswolds viewpoints where you can actually see something. It's not a dramatic peak - this is the Midlands, after all - but on a clear day the sprawl below stretches far enough to make the climb worthwhile.

The hill itself sits just outside Cheltenham, which means you're never far from the town's proper amenities. The walk isn't brutal. Most people manage it in under an hour, though you'll want to linger at the top if the weather cooperates. It's the sort of place where you stop halfway up, check your phone for the view, then keep going because you've already committed.

Walkers get the most from Kineton Hill. If you're after a gentle leg-stretcher between exploring the Cotswolds villages - Bourton-on-the-Water is only a few miles away - it fits the bill perfectly. Families with younger kids might find it a bit dull without some geology chat or a reward ice cream at the bottom. History buffs won't find much to grab onto here either.

Based at Bourton-on-the-Water Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite or Cotswolds Meadow Glamping, you could slot this in as a morning walk before heading to prettier spots nearby. It's honest exercise rather than a destination in itself. Do it if you're staying local and want the views; skip it if you're passing through and time's tight.