Mickle Hill

The walk up Mickle Hill rewards you with proper moorland views across the Pennines - the kind of outlook that makes you remember why you came to Lancashire in the first place. It's not a dramatic peak by any stretch, but the climb from Skipton direction is straightforward enough for most fitness levels, taking somewhere between an hour and ninety minutes depending on pace.

What you get at the top is space. Real space. The moorland rolls away in all directions with minimal crowds, even during weekends. On a clear day you'll pick out familiar shapes across the Dales landscape. On a misty day, well, you'll at least know you've earned your sandwich.

This works brilliantly if you're based at one of the nearby camps - Coxons Farm or Malham Glamping Pods are both close enough to make it an afternoon's outing without overthinking it. Walkers will appreciate the accessibility; it's not technical ground, just steady uphill work on decent paths. Families with older children can manage it, though younger legs might find it a slog on the way down.

Timing-wise, spring through early autumn is your window. Winter mudlarks can push through, but the moorland gets boggy. Allow three hours for a round trip if you're meandering. There's nothing at the summit itself - no café, no trig point, no trinket shop - so take what you need with you. That's part of the appeal, honestly. You're going for the walk and the air, not the infrastructure.