Stony Jump, The Devil's Jumps

The Devil's Jumps near Farnham are a series of sandy hills that rise sharply from the Surrey heathland, and Stony Jump is the highest point of the lot. It's not exactly Alpine drama - we're talking around 127 metres - but the views across the Weald are genuinely solid on a clear day. The walk itself is straightforward, taking you through proper heathland dotted with gorse and the occasional Scots pine. You'll spot why locals love this spot: it's close enough to town for a quick morning jaunt but feels properly away from things.

History types might geek out on the fact this area was common land for centuries, and the name "Devil's Jumps" has that lovely old folklore ring to it - though honestly, the actual origin story is lost to time. Most visitors are walkers after a proper leg-stretch rather than serious hikers. An hour round-trip feels about right, maybe ninety minutes if you potter about. There's no admission charge and no visitor centre nonsense - just you, the heath, and some decent views.

If you're based at Tilford Woods Lodge Retreat or Little Cowdray Farm Glamping nearby, this ticks the "close enough for a half-day ramble" box nicely. The terrain is mostly sandy paths, manageable for reasonably fit families though young kids might find the hills a bit relentless. Best visited in late summer or autumn when the heather's in bloom and you're not fighting through midges.