Jack Cabin Top

The walk up to Jack Cabin Top rewards you with one of those views that makes the climb feel instantly worthwhile. This moorland peak sits above Skipton in the Yorkshire Dales, and on a clear day you're looking out across some genuinely impressive fell country - the kind of landscape that reminds you why people trek to this part of the world.

It's a proper fell walk rather than a casual stroll. The ascent climbs steadily through moorland, and you'll want decent boots and a map because the paths can get boggy after rain. Allow a couple of hours up and down if you're reasonably fit, longer if you're taking it easy or stopping frequently to soak in the views. The summit itself is fairly bare - don't expect ruins or facilities - but that's rather the point.

This suits walkers with some experience and energy. Families with young kids might find it a bit steep and exposed for what it is, though there are easier approaches from different directions if you scout around. Historians won't find much structure here, so it's the landscape and the walk that matter.

Based near Skipton, you've got Wharfedale Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite just 3.9 miles away, or Wood Nook slightly further out at 4.4 miles - both highly rated spots. Either makes a solid base for tackling this peak as part of a wider Dales walking week. Visit on a dry day if you can; the views justify the wait.