Holme Moss Summit

The transmitter mast on Holme Moss is visible for miles across the South Pennines, and once you're up there, you'll understand why. At 523 metres, it's a proper moorland vantage point that rewards the effort with sweeping views across Yorkshire and into Lancashire on a clear day. There's no visitor centre or facilities - it's just you, the wind, and one of the most significant landmarks in the region.

Walkers get the most from this one. The summit sits on open moorland accessible via several routes from Holmfirth, and the approach takes you through some lovely gritstone and heather terrain. The hike is straightforward enough but exposed - bring weather-appropriate gear because conditions change fast up here. On a poor visibility day, the mast rather loses its appeal, so timing matters.

It's free and you can spend anywhere from two hours to half a day depending on which route you take and how long you linger at the top. The nearby Whitegate Leisure Camping and Caravan Site sits just 2.3 miles away, and Secret Valley Escapes is equally close, making this an easy add-on to a wider Pennines break. If you're camping in the valley and fancy a decent moorland walk with proper views, this delivers. Just don't come expecting facilities or crowds - it's genuine hillwalking territory, and that's precisely what makes it worth the trip.