Earthworks

The earthworks near Haywards Heath are proper archaeological remains - think Iron Age ramparts and ditches that actually make you work to understand what you're looking at. There's no visitor centre or fancy interpretation boards, which means you either arrive knowing a bit of history or you're deciphering lumps and bumps in the ground yourself. That's half the appeal, if I'm honest.

Walking the site, you trace defensive ditches and raised banks that once meant something to people who lived centuries ago. The landscape tells you most of the story if you're paying attention - the way the fortifications follow the terrain, how they'd have controlled approaches. Archaeology enthusiasts will find it genuinely rewarding; families with young kids might need to manage expectations a bit. Plan on an hour, maybe ninety minutes if you're thorough.

It's free and accessible, which makes it worth a morning detour if you're camping nearby. Worth Forest Glamping sits just 1.4 miles away, and Gatwick Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite is under four miles off - neither is far if you fancy combining this with other Surrey attractions. The earthworks work best as part of a broader day rather than a standalone trip. Bring decent boots; the ground can be boggy depending on when you visit.