Nore Hill

The walk up Nore Hill from Warlingham takes you through proper Surrey countryside - nothing dramatic, but genuinely pleasant. It's only 365 metres, so calling it a peak feels generous, but that's rather the point. You're not here for Alpine views or hours of scrambling. You're here for a gentle Sunday stroll that actually goes somewhere.

From the top, the North Downs spread out in front of you. On a clear day you can see across the Weald. On a grey day, which is honest, you get a sense of why people built villages down in the valleys below rather than up here. The actual summit isn't fussed with signage or fanfare - it's just a high point where the trees thin out a bit.

This works best for families with young walkers or anyone after an easy hour's outing. Older children won't be bored (it's achievable without complaint) but they won't be thrilled either. The path is straightforward, muddy in winter, and well-used. Allow 90 minutes to two hours if you're not rushing.

Stay at Milberry Green Meadows, less than half a mile away, and you've got the North Downs on your doorstep without the pretension. It's a solid base for exploring the area's quieter walks. Nore Hill isn't the reason to book a holiday here, but it's exactly the sort of thing you do on your second morning when the weather looks decent and you can't be bothered with a proper expedition.