Thomas Procter

Thomas Procter's modest stone dwelling sits just outside Settle, a man whose name has stuck around for over four centuries thanks to a rather extraordinary talent - cartography. He was mapping Yorkshire when most people couldn't read, let alone draw accurate county borders. The site itself is understated, which is rather fitting for someone who preferred instruments to conversation.

What you're looking at is a piece of working history. Procter wasn't famous in his lifetime, but his maps became the blueprint for how people understood the region. The building's worth a stop if you're already rambling around Settle, particularly if you're interested in how knowledge got made in the 16th century. Don't expect grand interpretive boards or visitor facilities - this is the real thing, not a polished attraction.

Historically-minded walkers will find it worthwhile, though it's more of a pause-and-reflect sort of place than a destination in itself. Twenty minutes maximum unless you're genuinely fascinated by map-making. The walk from Settle is pleasant enough, taking you through proper Yorkshire limestone country.

If you're based at Peaks and Pods nearby, it makes a decent addition to a day exploring Settle itself. The market town has proper cafes and the Settle-Carlisle Railway if you want something more substantial. Visit Procter on a quiet afternoon when you've got time to stand about thinking rather than rushing between set pieces.