Five lists, 1,376 summits
Hillwalking in Britain and Ireland runs on lists. Here's what each one is, written for people who haven't come across them before.
What is a Munro?
Scottish summits over 3,000 feet — the list that started it all.
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What is a Corbett?
Scotland's 2,500-footers — often wilder and quieter than the Munros.
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What is a Graham?
Scotland's 2,000-footers — home to some of the most famous small mountains in the world.
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What is a Wainwright?
The 214 Lake District fells from Alfred Wainwright's hand-drawn guides.
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What is a Hewitt?
The 2,000-foot hills of England, Wales and Ireland.
Read the explainer →Hills that aren't on any list
Some hills don't make anybody's list and are still worth a morning. I've added the ones near me, because they're where I'd send someone who hasn't done this before.
Meikle Balloch, Knock Hill, the Bin of Cullen — short enough to fit round a morning, a clear path, a view at the end, and nothing that'll catch you out in decent weather. They're a good way to find out how your legs handle a hill, and whether those boots are actually any good, before you drive two hours for something bigger.

