Hazel Gill Ridge

The walk up Hazel Gill Ridge rewards you with proper Pennine views across North Yorkshire, though it's not a famous peak and frankly doesn't draw the crowds of Pen-y-ghent or Ingleborough. Starting from near Skipton, the ridge itself is a straightforward fell walk - nothing too technical, but the climb has teeth to it, especially if you catch it on a windy day. You'll pass through moorland scattered with heather and gritstone outcrops, with the landscape opening out as you gain height.

This is squarely a walkers' terrain. Families with younger kids might find it steep for what amounts to three hours' effort, though keen teenagers will crack on fine. The views sweep across to the Forest of Bowland and westwards into the Lake District peaks - worth the exertion, genuinely. Summer's best, obviously, though autumn here is something special when the heather's in bloom.

It's a day walk rather than a destination in itself, which is where the nearby caravan parks come into play. Howgill Lodge sits just 4.5 miles away and takes the hassle out of accommodation. Wharfedale Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite is another solid option at 6.2 miles. From either base, you can tackle Hazel Gill Ridge as part of a wider Pennines exploration rather than making a special trip. Combine it with walks in the Yorkshire Dales proper, or use it as a warm-up before tackling the Three Peaks Challenge.