Winterley Cobba

The walk up to Winterley Cobba is a proper slog, but you'll understand why once you've crested the ridge. This Lancashire peak sits just north of Skipton, offering views across the Pennines that stretch for miles on a clear day - the sort of vista that makes you stop complaining about the climb halfway through. The summit itself is modest, no dramatic stone marker or trig point to announce your arrival, but that's part of its appeal. You're sharing it with fell walkers rather than queuing tourists.

The approach works best from the eastern side, taking you through moorland and past a few working farms. Reckon on ninety minutes up, depending on fitness and whether you stop for breath (you will). The wind at the top can be bracing, so bring layers even if it's mild in the village. Families with younger legs might find it tough for an afternoon outing, but teenagers who can handle sustained walking will feel genuinely accomplished at the summit.

It's free, obviously - it's a hill. No facilities at the top, so bring water. If you're staying at one of the nearby glamping spots like Hedgerow or Thornton Hall, Winterley Cobba makes a solid morning activity before heading down to Skipton for lunch. It's not a major attraction like Bolton Abbey, but it's the kind of walk locals know and visitors rarely bother with, which is precisely why it's worth the effort.