Stonyhill Wood

Walk into Stonyhill Wood and you're immediately swallowed by proper old-growth woodland - the sort of place where the canopy is so thick you lose track of what time it is. It's a genuine Norfolk forest, quiet and undisturbed, with paths that feel worn by centuries rather than tourist footfall.

There's nothing fancy here. You get trees - lots of them - ancient oaks mixed with beech and birch, dappled light on the forest floor, and the kind of peace that makes you remember why you came to Norfolk in the first place. The walks are straightforward and free, which is refreshing. Depending on which route you take, you could spend anywhere from an hour to half a day here without feeling rushed.

This is perfect territory for walkers who actually want to walk rather than queue for a photo. Families with decent-sized kids will do fine; toddlers less so, as the terrain isn't manicured. Birdwatchers and anyone after woodland atmosphere will get genuine value from it.

It sits well alongside a glamping stay - Wild Luxury is only 3.6 miles away, or you could base yourself at Parkdean Resorts Manor Park if you want more facilities nearby. Either way, Stonyhill fills a gap between the beach days and the theme parks. It's the sort of place you stumble upon when you're actually exploring Norfolk rather than ticking boxes. Worth building into a longer walk if you're in the area near Glamping.