Seat Hill

The walk up Seat Hill rewards you with views across the Pennines that stretch for miles on a clear day. It's not a scramble - the path is well-trodden and manageable for anyone with reasonable fitness, though the final stretch does kick up a bit. From the summit you're looking out over moorland and valleys that feel genuinely remote, which is saying something given how accessible this is from Carlisle.

Walkers will get the most from this one. It's not a destination with facilities or attractions at the top - no cafe, no visitor centre, just the fell and the weather. Families with older kids who don't mind a proper hill walk will find it satisfying; younger children might lose interest once they realise there's nothing to do at the summit except look at the view. Allow two to three hours for the round trip depending on your pace.

The real draw is how well it slots into a broader Pennine walking holiday. Haltwhistle Camping and Caravanning Club Site sits just six miles away and makes a sensible base for exploring the high moorland hereabouts. Spring and early summer are best - the ground dries out and you'll avoid the midges that make autumn hillwalking round here a misery. Winter weather can turn quickly, so check conditions before you head up. It's free to visit and there's no booking required, though parking near the trailhead can be tight on weekends.