Leigh Place Pond

The pond at Leigh Place sits quiet and unassuming just outside Lingfield, the sort of water feature you might pass without thinking twice if you weren't specifically looking for it. But that's rather the point - it's a genuine escape from the kind of manicured tourist spots that demand your full attention and entry fee.

It's a small body of water surrounded by trees, good for a wander if you're staying at Long Acres or the glamping site nearby and fancy a short leg-stretch rather than a major expedition. Bring binoculars if birdwatching appeals to you; waterfowl tend to gather here. The walk itself is gentle enough for families with young kids, though older children might find it a bit short on adrenaline.

You won't need more than thirty minutes here unless you're really keen on sitting and watching the water. There's no charge, no facilities, no fuss - just a pond and some woodland. That makes it ideal as a breather between proper days out at bigger attractions, rather than a destination in itself.

If you're camping at Long Acres and the weather's looking decent, it's worth the short trip. Don't expect dramatic views or rare species. Expect quiet. That's the whole appeal, really.