Hitter Hill

Standing at 1,391 feet, this modest summit near Newtown offers proper Peak District views without the crowds that swarm Kinder Scout or Bleaklow. The walk up isn't particularly challenging - more of a gentle ramble than a proper hike - making it ideal for families with older children who want to bag their first Derbyshire peak. From the top, you'll get sweeping views across the limestone plateau, though on misty days you might find yourself staring into a wall of grey cloud.

Walkers will appreciate that Hitter Hill sits on several established footpaths, so you can easily combine it with a longer circular route if you fancy stretching your legs properly. The summit itself is fairly unremarkable - no dramatic rocky outcrop or trig point to mark your achievement - but that's rather the point. It's a quiet spot where you can actually hear the skylarks without fighting through hordes of Instagram photographers.

Families staying at nearby holiday parks like Longnor Wood or Peak Glamping Hideaway will find it a decent half-day option, though bring proper walking boots as the ground can get boggy after rain. Allow two to three hours for a leisurely ascent and descent, longer if you're planning to explore the surrounding moorland. Not the most spectacular peak in Derbyshire, but a solid choice for a peaceful morning's walk.