Russell Hill

Russell Hill isn't going to take your breath away - it's more of a gentle woodland walk than a dramatic summit. That said, if you're based at one of the caravan parks near Chertsey and looking for a proper leg-stretch, it does the job nicely. The hill sits in Bracknell Forest, where the ground rises just enough to feel like you've actually gone somewhere, with decent woodland views and a sense of actually being out rather than just trudging through someone's back garden.

It's the sort of place families with younger kids will enjoy without complaint - no scrambling, no exposure, just a straightforward walk through trees. Older children might find it a bit tame if they're after real adventure, but it works as part of a bigger day out. The woodland setting means it's decent even when the weather's being indecisive, and you won't battle crowds the way you might at more famous Surrey spots.

Allow an hour or so for a gentle circuit, longer if you're the type to potter about looking at trees. Since it's in Bracknell Forest, it's perfect for breaking up a caravan holiday - close enough to Chertsey that you won't waste half the day driving, far enough to feel like a proper outing. Go midweek if you can, when the forest is actually peaceful. No entrance fee, no facilities to speak of, and no pretension about what it is: a local walk that does exactly what it says on the tin.