Thrang

Thrang is a fell top in the Lake District that sits between Coniston and the Duddon Valley, offering views that punch well above its 569-metre height. It's not the sort of peak that gets the crowds - most walkers are too busy bagging the bigger names round about - which is precisely why it's worth the trip.

The summit itself is modest, a rocky outcrop with decent visibility on a clear day. You get sight lines across to the Old Man of Coniston and down towards Holme Ground, and the fell feels properly wild without being exhaustingly steep. The approach from the valley is straightforward enough for anyone with decent legs and reasonable boots, though it's boggy in places depending on the weather.

This works best for walkers who fancy something between a stroll and a serious hike - two to three hours round trip if you're not dawdling. It's not a destination for tiny children or anyone after a quick snap for Instagram. But if you're staying at Fisherground Campsite nearby and want to stretch your legs without committing to a full day's graft on one of the showier peaks, Thrang delivers the goods. The fell rewards you with solitude and genuine mountain air, which counts for quite a lot when you're on holiday in Cumbria.