Rough Torrs

The moment you step into Rough Torrs, you realise Plymouth's got proper woodland right on its doorstep. This isn't some manicured nature reserve - it's raw Devon forest with a genuine wild edge to it, all gnarled oak and dense bracken that changes character entirely through the seasons.

Walking trails wind through here at varying grades, so you're not trapped on a single loop. Families with younger kids can manage the gentler sections easily enough, though the terrain gets boggier after wet weather. Serious walkers will find it rewarding - there's enough distance and elevation to work up a proper sweat if that's what you're after.

The woodland itself is the draw rather than any specific focal point. You get glimpses through to farmland beyond, occasional mossy boulders, and that deep quiet you only find under heavy tree cover. Bring decent boots rather than trainers, especially in winter months. It's free to access and you can spend anywhere from forty minutes to three hours depending on your route and pace.

If you're staying at Hidden Hill Devon's glamping site just over two miles away, Rough Torrs makes a brilliant morning before you settle into those hot tubs. It's the sort of place that justifies a whole day's walking rather than being lumped into a half-hour stop between other attractions. Real woodland, no Instagram filters needed.