Whin Covert

A proper woodland walk rather than a destination in itself, Whin Covert sits just outside Hunstanton and makes for a decent leg-stretch if you're staying at one of the nearby holiday parks. It's not vast - more of a local nature reserve than a sprawling forest - but it's genuinely peaceful, which counts for something in Norfolk. The trees are dense enough to feel like you've actually left the caravan park behind, even though you haven't gone far.

You'll find woodland paths threading through conifers and deciduous trees, with patches of open ground where light gets through. It's the sort of place where you might spot muntjac deer or hear woodpeckers if you're lucky. Kids will enjoy the exploring aspect - it's safe enough for families, and there's a natural, scrambling quality to the paths that beats a manicured park trail. Adult walkers after a proper hike, though, might find an hour does it.

If you're staying at Manor Park or Searles - both within walking distance - this works as a morning outing before heading to Hunstanton's seafront or the Norfolk Coast further east. It's free, which helps. The best time is spring or early autumn when it's not rammed with school groups. Muddy underfoot after rain, so decent boots make sense. Nothing fancy, nothing iconic, but if you're after woodland air and a change of scenery without driving anywhere, it does the job.