Limbury Hill

The climb up Limbury Hill rewards you with proper views across the Gloucestershire countryside, particularly if you time it right on a clear day. It's a genuine peak rather than a gentle slope - the ascent is steep enough that you'll feel you've earned those vistas once you reach the top. The hill sits just outside Newent, making it an ideal half-hour detour if you're staying at one of the local caravan parks like Pelerine or Court Farm.

The walk itself takes around 45 minutes there and back depending on fitness, and it's the sort of place where you'll see proper hikers alongside families with determined toddlers. There's no visitor centre or facilities to speak of, which is rather the point - it's you, the landscape, and the wind in your face. The views sweep across the Forest of Dean towards the Malverns on good visibility days, though frankly, many hilltop walks in this region offer similar rewards with less leg work.

Worth doing if you're in the area and fancy stretching your legs between campsites. Pack water and check the weather first - there's no shelter up there. It's free to access and works well as a morning walk before heading into Newent for lunch. Kids aged eight and up will manage the climb without complaint if you set a steady pace. Don't expect cafes or car parks designed for tourists - this is straightforward countryside walking, which is exactly what makes it feel genuine.