Dew Stone

Stone circles don't get much more atmospheric than this solitary monolith perched on the moors above Keighley. The Dew Stone stands alone against the Yorkshire sky, a single weathered granite block that's been marking this spot for thousands of years. Walking up to it across the rough moorland grass, you get that proper sense of ancient mystery that the more famous stone circles sometimes lack thanks to their coach party crowds.

History buffs and walkers will find this one rewarding, though families with small children might struggle with the trek across uneven ground to reach it. The stone itself isn't massive - you won't need hours here - but it's the setting that makes it special. On a clear day, the views across the Aire Valley towards Brontë country are cracking.

Getting there requires a bit of effort, which keeps the crowds away. No entry fee, no gift shop, just you and several millennia of Yorkshire history. The walk from the nearest road takes about twenty minutes each way, so factor in an hour total unless you're planning to picnic on the moor. Worth combining with a stay at one of the nearby sites like Olicana Park or Bronte Country Park if you're exploring this corner of West Yorkshire properly.