16 west yorkshire black hill

This is the glacial valley no one’s heard of... Head to the South Pennines to explore both sides of this steep gulch between Burnley and Todmorden.

■Distance: 8 miles/12.8km ■ Time: 4 hours ■ Grade: Challenging

This route presents a more interesting way to climb one of the Lake District ’s best-known mountains, taking in several superb peaks along the way.

Race director Michael Sanderson guides you on this challenging but enjoyable West Yorkshire loop

■Distance: 4½ miles/7.1km ■ Time: 2½ hours ■ Grade: Easy

Experience some of Ogwen’s finest views far away from the clamour of the crowds on these charming Cinderella peaks in Eryri .