Pits Hill

The walk up Pits Hill isn't long, but it's proper steep in places - about 400 metres of elevation gain over less than two miles from Skipton. You're rewarded with views across the Pennines that justify the leg work, especially on a clear day when you can see for miles across moorland and limestone country. The summit itself is modest - no cairn, no shelter, just open fell - but that's part of the appeal.

This is walker territory, and most people tackling it are after a decent morning hike rather than a leisurely stroll. The path is well-defined but can be boggy, so proper boots matter. Allow 90 minutes to two hours there and back, depending on fitness and how long you want to linger at the top.

It pairs well with a longer stay around Skipton, which sits in the shadow of the Pennines. You could easily combine this with walks in the Malham area - Malham Cove and Janet's Foss are close by and draw bigger crowds. The glamping options nearby, like Malham Glamping Pods and Peaks and Pods, work as bases for a few days of fellwalking without overdoing it. Pits Hill won't take your whole morning, so couple it with other local walks or a mooch around Skipton's market and medieval castle. It's worth doing, but not a reason in itself to plan a whole trip around.