STAY IN… A SHEPHERD’S HUT

For relaxation

The Salty Shepherd, Rye, East Sussex Offering spectacular views over the Walland and Romney Marshes, The Salty Shepherd is in a perfectly secluded spot. Take a short walk to nearby Camber Sands or spend long summer evenings by the firepit outside. Sleeps two; £110 per night (thesaltyshepherd.co.uk).

For historians

The Gamekeeper’s Hut, Foulsham, Norfolk With its old photographs and Victorian curios, this characterful hut is full of items that hint at its 19th-century heritage. An original, restored cabin, it sits in a meadow near the estate where it was originally used. Sleeps two; £170 for two nights (norfolkcourtyard.co.uk).

For escapism

Inshriach Shepherd’s Hut, Aviemore, Scottish Highlands Hike from the front door of this Swedish-inspired hut (above) in the Cairngorms to Loch an Eilein, where the water reflects the pines of the Rothiemurchus Forest, then return to relax in the re-purposed wood-fired horsebox sauna. Sleeps two; £170 for two nights (canopyandstars.co.uk).