Ughill

Ughill is a proper modest peak that sits just above Hope Valley in Derbyshire - nothing dramatic, nothing that'll stop you dead in your tracks, but a solid walk with decent views once you're up there. The summit itself is fairly bare moorland, which means on a clear day you get proper 360-degree views across the Peak District. On a grey one, you're basically walking through cloud. Most people approach it from the Hope Valley side, and it's the kind of walk that takes an hour or so up, maybe ninety minutes if you're taking your time.

Walkers will find it worthwhile - it's not steep enough to be exhausting, but it's genuine graft rather than a casual stroll. Families with kids who've done a bit of hiking will manage it fine, though younger legs might find the moorland trudge a bit dull once the novelty wears off. History buffs won't find much up there, but the Hope Valley itself has plenty of character if you're exploring the broader area.

If you're based at one of the local campsites - East Peak is closest at 2.3 miles, or Wyming Brook Farm if you want slightly more facilities - Ughill makes a decent half-day outing. Pair it with a walk down into Castleton for the show caves if you want to make a proper day of it. Weather-dependent, mind. I've been up there when visibility was five metres, and it was thoroughly miserable. Go when conditions are decent and you'll be glad you bothered.