Stord's Hill

The walk up Stord's Hill from Holmrook takes you through proper Lake District fell country without the crowds you'd fight at Helvellyn or Catbells. It's a modest height - nothing that'll leave you gasping - but the views across the western valleys are genuinely worth the slog. On a clear day you can pick out the Scafells and the broader sweep of Wasdale, which beats many higher peaks for sheer perspective.

The route itself is straightforward enough for families with older kids, though the terrain gets boggier the higher you climb. Allow a couple of hours there and back if you're not pushing hard. Early morning is best - not for the crowds, but because the light catches the ridges properly and you'll have the fell largely to yourself.

It's the sort of walk that works brilliantly as part of a longer exploring day around western Lakeland. Fisherground Campsite sits just down the road near Holmrook, which means you can base yourself there and tackle Stord's Hill without the faff of a long drive. Pair it with a wander around Wasdale Head or a proper hike up Scafell Pike if you're feeling ambitious.

Not a mountain that'll make your mates jealous on Instagram. But if you want a genuine Lake District fell walk that doesn't require booking a car park space three months in advance, this delivers. Honest fell walking, nothing more, nothing less.