Mount Zion

Mount Zion is a modest hilltop on the edge of Wokingham that gives you decent views across the surrounding woodland and farmland - nothing Alpine, mind, but a proper little vantage point if you're in the area. The walk up takes about twenty minutes depending on your fitness, and the summit itself isn't crowded because honestly, most people driving through Berkshire don't even know it exists. You get a decent 360-degree perspective of the South East's green belt from the top, which beats staring at another car park.

It's worth a stop if you're based at California Chalet & Touring Park or Wellington Country Park - both within a few miles - and need to stretch your legs without committing to a full-day hike. Families with younger kids might find the climb a bit pointless after they've reached the top and realised there's just grass and trees, but if your lot enjoys a gentle ramble and a bit of elevation gain, it'll fill an hour nicely. The ground can get muddy after rain, so proper footwear matters.

There's no visitor centre or facilities to speak of, which means it's completely free and you can show up whenever you fancy. Best in late spring or early autumn when the weather's forgiving and the views aren't obscured by thick summer foliage. It's genuinely rural despite being within spitting distance of Wokingham, so go early if you want any sense of solitude.