Fancarl Crag

The walk up Fancarl Crag rewards you with a proper moorland perspective across the Yorkshire dales. It's not a dramatic peak - more of a sustained climb through open country that builds nicely rather than knocks you sideways. From the top you get decent views across to Pendle Hill and the surrounding fells, which justifies the leg work on the way up.

This is squarely walker territory. Families with young kids might find the ascent a bit relentless, and it's not the sort of place to linger if the weather turns because there's minimal shelter. Allow a couple of hours for a steady round trip from Skipton direction, depending on your fitness and how often you stop to catch your breath.

You'll want proper footwear - the paths can be boggy and the ground's uneven. Pick a clear day or you'll spend most of your time looking at cloud. Winter's generally not ideal unless you're after the solitude.

If you're based at one of the caravan parks in the area - Wharfedale or Catgill Farm are both close by - Fancarl slots in nicely as a half-day excursion. It's the sort of walk that doesn't demand a full afternoon but genuinely clears your head. Skipton itself is worth a proper look around when you're down from the hills. The crag works best as part of a wider hiking loop rather than a standalone trip.