Crutchin Gill Rigg

The fell walk up Crutchin Gill Rigg is a proper bracing affair - nothing too severe, but it earns respect. Starting from the Carnforth side, you'll climb through open moorland with the gill itself cutting down through rocky terrain, the water adding a genuine soundtrack to your ascent. The summit itself isn't dramatic, but the views across to the Pennines and back toward Morecambe Bay make the effort worthwhile.

This one's for walkers with decent fitness rather than casual strollers. Two to three hours round trip depending on your pace, and you'll want decent boots given the rocky patches and potential bog. The fell can be boggy after rain - go in dry spells if you can. It's the sort of walk that rewards you quietly rather than shouting about itself, which is precisely why it's worth doing.

Families with older kids who can handle a sustained climb will get something real from it. There's no visitor centre or facilities, so bring water and snacks. Free to access, obviously - it's fell land. If you're basing yourself at Philpin Farm Campsite or Ribblesdale Pods, both within easy striking distance, Crutchin Gill Rigg works as a solid morning walk before heading to softer attractions in the area. Don't expect crowds. Don't expect fancy views from the very top. Do expect to feel like you've actually been somewhere when you get back down.