Murton Pike

The walk up Murton Pike from Appleby-in-Westmorland takes about an hour and rewards you with proper fell views across the Pennines. It's not a dramatic climb - the peak itself sits at just over 550 metres - but the vistas across upper Wensleydale and towards the higher fells make it feel more substantial than the height suggests.

You'll find it's a straightforward route, mostly field paths and bridleways, which means families with decent walkers won't struggle, though younger kids might need carrying for the final push to the cairn. The fell itself is fairly bare and exposed, so weather matters here - on a clear day it's brilliant; in cloud, you're just trudging through moorland. Allow two to three hours for the round trip if you're not rushing.

This is proper walker territory rather than a casual stroll. If you're staying at Wild Rose Holiday Park nearby, it's a decent half-day outing that beats sitting in the caravan. The route also connects to wider fell walks across the area, so it works well as part of a bigger day out rather than a destination in itself. Free to access, naturally - it's open fell. Winter visits can be muddy and boggy, so spring or autumn tend to work better. The town of Appleby itself has cafes and pubs for a proper post-walk meal, which frankly you'll have earned.