Lumley Woods

The woodland floor here is thick with leaf mould and the occasional patch of bluebells if you time it right. Lumley Woods delivers the sort of quiet walk Norfolk does well - no dramatic vistas or ancient monuments, just proper woodland with decent paths winding through mature trees. You'll spot the occasional clearing and if you're lucky, a flash of wildlife darting between the undergrowth.

It's ideal for families after a gentle woodland ramble rather than an ambitious hike. Kids can explore without the nerves of getting lost on sprawling open heath, and there's enough dappled shade to make a warm day bearable. The walk takes anything from 45 minutes to two hours depending on how much you dawdle and whether you take every fork in the path.

One thing worth knowing: it's free and accessible, though you'll want to avoid peak muddy season unless you're properly booted up. The nearest town is United, which helps orient yourself for supplies before or after.

If you're based at one of the nearby glamping spots - Ashcroft is only just over two miles away, while Old Brick Kilns caravan park sits at 3.8 miles - this makes a solid morning activity before lunch rather than a destination trip. Norfolk's not short of woodland walks, and Lumley Woods won't transform your week, but it's reliable, quiet, and exactly what it promises to be. Well worth combining with other local attractions if you're staying put for a few days.