Frogmore Wood

The woodland paths at Frogmore Wood wind through proper old-growth forest just outside Kenilworth - the sort of place where you actually feel like you've stepped away from things. It's a genuine forest rather than a manicured country estate, with decent tree cover and enough undergrowth to make it feel authentic. You're looking at a decent walk through broadleaf woodland, mostly on footpaths that stay reasonably well-maintained despite the muddy patches.

For families with kids aged six upwards, it's worth an afternoon. Younger ones might find the lack of obvious attractions tedious - there are no playgrounds or viewpoints, just trees. Walkers after a proper stretch of legs will enjoy it more, especially if you're exploring the network of paths that branch through the wood. History enthusiasts might appreciate the proximity to Kenilworth's medieval castle, which sits just a couple of miles away, so you could tie this into a broader historical wander.

Allow two to three hours if you're taking it slowly and want to loop around rather than just dash through. The wood holds its own year-round, though spring is particularly good for bluebells if the timing works out. Summer can get muggy and dark under the canopy, which some people love and others find a bit claustrophobic.

If you're based at Mousley House Farm just down the road, Frogmore Wood makes a natural morning or evening excursion - close enough not to waste petrol but far enough that it feels like a proper outing rather than just a stroll round the campsite.