Kingswood Hill

The walk up Kingswood Hill rewards you with proper views across the Surrey weald - nothing too taxing, but you'll feel like you've earned the vista. It's a straightforward climb from Redhill, taking maybe 45 minutes to the summit depending on your pace and which route you take through the surrounding woodland.

What you get at the top is a genuine sense of elevation rather than a dramatic peak. The landscape rolls out below - farmland, villages, and on a clear day you can see far enough to make the effort worthwhile. The wooded approach keeps things pleasant even in summer heat, and the paths are well-trodden enough that you won't need a GPS.

This works brilliantly for families with older kids who are past the "are we there yet" phase but not quite ready for serious fell-walking. History buffs won't find much up here beyond the landscape itself, but walkers will appreciate the gentle terrain and the woodland character. An hour on the summit with a packed lunch and you've got a solid morning out.

If you're based at Alderstead Heath Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite just 2 miles away, or exploring the broader Surrey Hills area, Kingswood Hill slots in nicely as a half-day walk. The nearby parks give you decent access to this corner of the South East, and the hill itself won't demand much more than sensible footwear and decent weather.