Corbar Hill

The walk up Corbar Hill from Buxton rewards you with proper views across the White Peak - it's the kind of vantage point that makes the climb worthwhile without being a brutal slog. You're looking out over limestone moorland and rolling farmland, with Buxton itself spreading out below. The peak itself isn't dramatic or particularly high, but that's rather the point. It's accessible enough for families who've got a bit of puff, yet genuine enough for anyone wanting a proper walk rather than a visitor centre queue.

Allow an hour round trip from Buxton town centre if you're a steady walker. The ascent is gradual rather than steep, winding through moorland that changes character with the seasons - golden in autumn, raw and windswept in winter. There's no cafe at the top or facilities to speak of, so bring water. It's free to visit, naturally - just park in Buxton and head out on foot.

History types will note the stone circles and Bronze Age remains scattered across this landscape, though nothing's signposted dramatically. Families with younger kids might find the walk a bit samey if the weather turns grim, but on a clear day it's absolutely worth the detour during a Peak District holiday.

If you're based at one of the caravan parks within a mile or two of Buxton - Buxton Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite or Lime Tree Holiday Park are closest - this makes an excellent morning or late-afternoon outing without needing to drive anywhere.