Seend Hill

Views across the Wiltshire countryside don't get much better than this. Seend Hill rises modestly above the villages between Melksham and Devizes, but what it lacks in dramatic height it makes up for with panoramic vistas that stretch for miles in every direction. The walk to the top is gentle enough for families with older children, though the final stretch gets a bit steep.

Families staying at nearby sites like Mill Farm Glamping or Devizes Camping and Caravanning Club will find this makes a proper morning's outing. The hill itself is accessible year-round - it's just open countryside with footpaths leading up through fields and woodland. Allow two hours return if you're taking your time and want to enjoy the views.

Walkers and photographers get the most from Seend Hill, particularly on clear days when you can pick out landmarks across several counties. The summit itself isn't marked by much more than a trig point and some scattered trees, so don't expect facilities or interpretation boards. It's the sort of place that rewards effort with solitude - even on weekends you're unlikely to encounter crowds. Worth combining with a village pub lunch in Seend itself on the way back down.