The tiny village in the shadow of three peaks with a stunning waterfall when it rains

North of Greater Manchester lies the spectacular scenery of the Yorkshire Dales. Unlike the Lake District, this national park feels wilder and more untouched than its neighbour.

It’s a landscape of rolling green hills, limestone crags and hidden waterfalls. Among the rising fells are the three mountains which make up the iconic Three Peaks challenge, where people attempt to climb Pen-y-Ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough in under 12 hours.

Overlooked by the lowest fell (Pen-y-Ghent) is the tiny village of Horton in Ribblesdale, which has a population of a little over 400 people. Despite its modest size, this picturesque cluster of cottages lures visitors who are embarking on the Three Peaks Challenge.

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The village, less than two hours’ drive from Manchester, is a popular starting point for the epic 24 mile route, as walkers usually tackle Pen-y-Ghent first. The fell also makes for a great standalone walk and the 694m summit offers panoramic views of the area.

From Horton in Ribblesdale you can pick the Pennine Way and the Ribble Way, making this destination a walker’s paradise. One place which is definitely worth a visit is the Hull Pot, around two miles from the village.

The Hull Pot is a collapsed cavern with an impressive hole which is 18m deep, 18m wide and 91m long. What makes it so special is during wet weather the Hull Pot Beck flows over the edge of the gorge, creating a spectacular waterfall.

When it is dry the stream goes underground before appearing at the bottom of the gorge. Either way it’s an impressive sight - just be careful not to get too close to the edge. Hull Pot lies on the western