The Knolls Camp

The Knolls Camp sits on high ground just outside Tewkesbury, offering proper views across the Worcestershire countryside if you're willing to make the short walk up. It's not a dramatic summit or anything - more a modest rise that rewards you with sight lines towards the Malvern Hills on a clear day. The spot itself is fairly open grassland, the kind of place where you can actually see what's happening in the landscape around you rather than being hemmed in by trees.

This works best for walkers tackling routes through the area, or anyone who enjoys modest peaks with actual purpose rather than tourist trappings. Kids won't find it thrilling on its own, but as part of a longer walk it's a sensible stopping point. You're looking at maybe 20 minutes to reach the top from the car park, so it's not strenuous.

The nearest campsite options are scattered around Tewkesbury - Winchcombe Camping and Caravanning Club is closest at just over two miles away, while Croft Farm Water Park and Tewkesbury Abbey Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite sit within five miles. Neither the summit nor the surrounding area is overly developed with facilities, which honestly makes it more appealing if you prefer walking without the crowds.

Visit on a weekday morning when the light's good and you won't have to share the view. The Cotswold Grange Country Park is nearby if you want a different landscape for another day of your break. Decent for a half-hour detour, less so if you're short on time.