Green How

The walk up Green How rewards you with views across Teesdale that stretch for miles on a clear day. It's a proper fell, not some manicured hilltop - moorland underfoot, wind in your face, the works. From the summit you get Barnard Castle way off in one direction and the spine of the Pennines rolling away to the south. The climb itself takes about 45 minutes from the nearest parking, so budget a couple of hours if you want to linger and actually enjoy the vistas rather than just ticking it off.

This is one for people who like their walks real rather than gentle. Families with older kids will manage it fine, but it's not a stroll for toddlers or anyone after a leisurely amble. Walkers heading across Teesdale on a longer route often bag this one en route - it sits well within a day's walking. History buffs might appreciate the views down towards Barnard Castle itself, though the peak doesn't have particular historical significance beyond the usual human activity scattered across the fells.

Access is free, obviously - it's open moorland. The nearest proper facilities are back in Barnard Castle, about 3-4 miles away. Several caravan parks sit within striking distance - The Old Armoury Campsite is closest at 3.4 miles, with Doe Park and the Camping and Caravanning Club site all within reasonable driving distance. Go when the weather's decent. Mist rolls in fast up here, and you'll lose everything that makes the climb worthwhile.