Greave Clough Head

The walk up Greave Clough Head isn't steep enough to feel dangerous, but it's enough to make your legs remember it the next day. This Lancashire peak sits a proper hike from Preston - nothing you'd do on a whim, but absolutely worthwhile if you're in the area for a few days. The summit itself is modest by Lake District standards, but what makes it worth the effort is the view back across the moorland. On a clear day you can see for miles. You'll need two to three hours round trip depending on your pace and fitness. It's the sort of walk that suits families with older kids who don't mind a bit of graft, or serious walkers wanting something less crowded than the honeypots further north. If you're staying at Claylands or Brickhouse caravan parks - both within five miles - this makes a cracking day out when the weather's decent. Orchard Glamping at six miles would work too, though you'll need transport. Go early morning if you can; the moorland feels emptier and the light's better for photographs. Expect muddy patches and boggy ground even after dry spells - bring proper boots. There's no cafe, no visitor centre, no facilities at the top. This is genuine fell walking, not a tourist attraction dressed up. That's precisely why it's worth doing.