Little Pasture Hill

The walk up Little Pasture Hill doesn't take long, which is either a blessing or a letdown depending on what you're after. From Clitheroe, it's a straightforward ramble that rewards you with proper views across the Ribble Valley - moorland rolling away, the Pennines standing solid on the horizon. The hill itself is modest, but that's rather the point. It's the kind of walk you can knock off in an afternoon without breaking a sweat, making it ideal if you're staying at one of the nearby holiday parks like Parkdean Resorts Todber Valley or Holgates Ribble Valley and want to stretch your legs without committing to a full day expedition.

Who'll get the most from it? Families with younger kids will find the distance manageable, though the final bit does get a touch steep. Walkers looking for a quick peak-bag can tick it off easily. Anyone after wild, dramatic scenery might find it a bit underwhelming - it's pleasant rather than spectacular.

Allow 90 minutes to two hours if you're taking your time and want to sit at the top with a flask. The terrain is moorland, so boots are sensible if there's been rain. There's no charge and no facilities on the hill itself, so bring what you need. Best in clear weather when the visibility actually justifies the effort. It works nicely as part of a longer Ribble Valley walking loop, or as a warm-up hike before tackling something more ambitious in the area.