Dumpit Hill

The name alone should tell you what to expect from Dumpit Hill - it's not trying to be anything it isn't. This modest peak sits within easy reach of Skipton in North Yorkshire, offering straightforward fell walking rather than drama. The ascent isn't punishing, which means families with younger legs and casual walkers get actual enjoyment rather than just endurance. Once up top, you're rewarded with proper views across Wharfedale - nothing earth-shattering, but on a clear day it's well worth the walk up.

For caravan holidays in the area, this pairs nicely with staying at Wharfedale Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite or Wood Nook, both within a few miles. You could easily knock it out in a morning, leaving afternoons free for Bolton Abbey Estate just down the valley, or a wander around Skipton itself. Dumpit Hill suits walkers who like getting fresh air without the full mountaineering commitment. Kids aged eight upwards will find it manageable; younger ones might flag before the summit.

There's something refreshingly honest about a place that doesn't pretend to be more than it is. It's a proper bit of Yorkshire moorland, accessible year-round, and costs you nothing. Just turn up with decent boots and expect to be there about an hour or so including the return. No fancy facilities or visitor centre nonsense - just you, the fell, and decent views. That's enough.