Norwegian Wood

Just outside Saundersfoot in Pembrokeshire, Norwegian Wood is a proper woodland walk through mixed forest - the sort of place you stumble upon rather than plan a full day around. It's genuine old-growth woodland with paths that wind through beech and oak, giving you that sense of being actually in nature rather than on a manicured trail.

The reserve works best if you're staying at one of the nearby caravan parks - Swallow Tree Gardens, Sunnyvale, or Florence Springs are all within easy reach - and want a morning walk before heading to the beach. It's not dramatic in the way Pembrokeshire's coastal cliffs are. There are no views to write home about, no hidden waterfalls. What you get instead is quiet. The kind of place where you notice bird calls and the forest floor properly.

Walkers with young kids will find the terrain manageable, though it's easy to lose track of time in here. Dog owners come regularly, which tells you something about how accessible it is. Allow ninety minutes if you want to proper explore; half that if you're just stretching your legs.

Admission appears to be free, though it's worth checking locally before you visit - information online is thin. Go when it's been dry, because after rain the paths get boggy and the charm wears thin. It's one of those reserves that rewards a quiet afternoon more than a weekend pilgrimage. Best saved for the second or third day of a Pembrokeshire holiday, when you want something low-key between the big attractions.