Cherrytree Copse

Deep into Hampshire's quieter corners sits Cherrytree Copse, a proper woodland walk that rewards you with the sort of peace you've come to the countryside for. The forest isn't huge - you can work through it in under two hours - but it's dense enough that you feel genuinely away from things once you're in among the trees. The canopy closes in nicely, there are decent paths marked out, and in spring the floor lights up with bluebells that justify the muddy boots.

Walkers will get the most from this one. It's not strenuous, just steady, with enough variation to keep things interesting without being exhausting. Families with younger kids might find an hour satisfying before boredom sets in; teenagers who actually like nature rather than Instagram locations will be fine for longer. History buffs won't find much to chew on here - it's woodland for woodland's sake, which is honestly refreshing.

Hungerford sits nearby if you need supplies or a decent pub lunch beforehand. The copse works brilliantly as part of a broader walking day rather than a destination in itself. If you're based at Hollington Park Glamping just a few miles away, it's an easy slot into a morning itinerary. Go early if you want the place to yourself; weekends get busier than you'd expect for somewhere so tucked away. Free to wander, no facilities on-site, so bring water. Best visited autumn through spring when the mud's not choking and the woodland floor opens up.