Grey Stone Hill

The walk up Grey Stone Hill rewards you with proper countryside views across Lancashire - moorland rolling away in all directions, with the Pennines catching the light on clear days. It's a modest peak by any standard, but that's rather the point. You're not scrambling over rocks or dodging crowds; it's a straightforward fell walk that takes about forty minutes from the car park near Glamping.

The stone itself sits near the summit - a weathered marker that's been there longer than anyone can remember, giving the hill its name. On the way up, you'll pass through bracken and rough grass, with a decent path most of the way. Families with older kids (say, eight upwards) will manage it fine. Younger ones might find the final push tedious, but there's nothing technical about it.

Walkers planning a longer moorland day can string this together with other peaks nearby - it's part of a wider network rather than a standalone destination. If you're staying at Trawden Forest Glamping, it's practically on your doorstep. Shay Gate Farm Campsite and Old Chamber Camping are both within reasonable striking distance too, making it a natural half-day outing before heading back for supper.

Worth doing? Yes, if you're in the area and the weather's cooperating. The views justify the effort, and it's the sort of walk that feels properly outdoors without demanding serious fitness or equipment. Don't make it your reason for a trip, but absolutely include it if you're exploring Lancashire's fell country.