Skelterton Hill

The walk up Skelterton Hill rewards you with proper Yorkshire moorland views that stretch across the Dales - nothing fancy, just honest landscape that makes the climb feel worthwhile. It's not the highest peak around Skipton, but it's accessible enough for a decent afternoon outing without needing proper mountaineering gear.

You're looking at a straightforward fell walk, the kind that works well for families who've done a few hills before or walkers after something less demanding than the bigger peaks nearby. The Dales around here are crisscrossed with paths, so you can link it into a wider circuit if you're feeling ambitious. Allow a couple of hours return from wherever you start - longer if you're not pushing the pace.

Coming here makes real sense if you're based at one of the local caravan parks. Coxons Farm Glamping Pods is barely a mile away, and Wharfedale or Wood Nook offer proper sites if you need facilities. The walk fits naturally into a Dales holiday where you're mixing walks with exploring Skipton itself or heading over to Malham for the more dramatic scenery.

Timing-wise, go when the weather's settled enough that visibility is decent - there's not much point slogging up in drizzle just to see grey nothing. Early morning or late afternoon brings the light across the moorland nicely. Free to walk, obviously, and you'll find parking somewhere nearby. It's the sort of walk you do because you're already in the area, not because you're driving hours out of your way.