East Pinkworthy Wood

A proper woodland walk near Tiverton, East Pinkworthy Wood is the sort of place that rewards you for turning off the main road. Ancient oaks and beech trees tower overhead, creating that cathedral-like quiet you only get in old forests. The paths wind through thick undergrowth and past streams - it's genuinely peaceful, which makes it a bit of an antidote to the busier Devon attractions.

Walkers will get the most from this. There's no cafe, no visitor centre, just good woodland for an hour or two of pottering about. The terrain's manageable rather than arduous, so it works for families who want their kids tired out but not complaining all the way. Autumn's particularly decent here - the light comes through differently and you'll find mushrooms if you know where to look.

You'll want to check locally about any access restrictions before you go, since details online are thin on the ground. Allow a couple of hours, maybe more if you're the stopping-to-listen-to-birdsong type.

If you're based at Nirvana Glamping nearby, this is an easy morning visit before heading somewhere with more facilities. It pairs well with a broader Tiverton area exploration - the woodland's atmospheric enough on its own, but don't expect dramatic viewpoints or heritage buildings. Come here to breathe, not for Instagram moments.