Drake Stones Hill

The walk up Drake Stones Hill rewards you with proper Pennine views the moment you crest the ridge. It's not a dramatic peak - the summit sits at around 400 metres - but on a clear day you can see across the Wharfe Valley with Skipton sitting below like a map laid out for your benefit.

The climb itself is steady rather than punishing. Most people manage it in under an hour from the nearest car park, though you'll want to factor in time for standing around at the top taking photos. The moorland gets boggy in wet weather, so waterproof boots aren't optional. Families with reasonably fit kids will get on fine; toddlers, less so.

Walkers make up the core crowd here - it's a proper fell-top rather than a manicured viewpoint - but the views over the Yorkshire Dales make it worth the effort. History types might find it less compelling than some peaks in the area, though there's satisfaction in reaching any summit, however modest.

If you're based at one of the nearby parks - Wharfedale Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite or Wood Nook are both solid choices, both five miles or so away - this works as a half-day excursion. Pair it with a wander through Skipton town centre afterwards, or combine it with longer walks across the moors. The exposure isn't severe, so experienced hikers might find it a bit tame, but that's exactly why less confident walkers find it accessible.