Grizzels Coppice

The woodland walk through Grizzels Coppice is a proper escape from the Warwick hustle. You're threading through dense broadleaf forest, the kind of place where the canopy closes in properly and you can almost forget you're in the West Midlands. The paths are straightforward enough, though muddy after rain - which means wellies are a smart call rather than optional.

This suits walkers and families with older kids who won't tire of trees within the first ten minutes. It's not a manicured nature reserve with interpretation boards at every turn. There's a genuine wildness to it, which some will love and others might find a bit unrewarding if they're after dramatic vistas or wildlife encounters. Most people knock it out in 45 minutes to an hour, depending on which loops you take.

If you're camped at Mousley House Farm - just under two miles away - this becomes a handy half-morning sortie before heading into Warwick proper. The proximity to Knight's Village at Warwick Castle means you could combine it with a castle visit if you're fancy mixing woodland walks with a bit of heritage. The forest doesn't charge admission, which is refreshing, though I'd suggest checking conditions before you go - it can be quite boggy in winter.

Worth doing? Yes, if you're after peace and quiet. It won't blow your mind, but it's a solid way to stretch your legs and breathe in some actual forest air.