Crow Hill

The walk up Crow Hill from Heptonstall is straightforward moorland hiking, nothing fancy. You'll gain maybe 300 metres over a couple of miles, starting from one of the Calderdale's most characterful villages and heading straight onto the open peaks. The summit itself is modest - a trig point, some stone - but what you get for the effort is a proper view across the South Pennines. On a clear day you can see for miles. On a grey day, which is most days, you're wrapped in that dramatic moorland atmosphere locals know well.

Walkers will appreciate the directness of the route and the fact you're away from the crowds. Families with older kids can manage it in under two hours there and back. Younger children might find it a bit of a drag on the way down - all that moorland looks the same after a while. The real appeal is if you want to feel like you've actually been somewhere without needing technical kit or half a day to spare.

Start early to catch the light properly. The whole area is well served by campsites - Hebden Bridge Caravan and Motorhome Club is just two miles away, and Old Chamber Camping equally close. Combine it with exploring Hebden Bridge itself, which sits just below, or push on to other Pennine walks. Weather here changes fast, so waterproofs are non-negotiable even on apparently decent days. It's honest walking, this - not Instagram-ready, but the sort of moorland you remember.