If you love camping and exploring the outdoors then you will probably be starting to sigh with the first signs of winter setting in. However, do not despair just yet. Autumn is a great time to get out and explore the English countryside.
Atumnal colours will be abundant at this time of year with all the golden yellows, reds and browns of the beech, oak and ash woodlands. If you’re going to be doing some autumn walking then you’re probably going to want to invest in a thermal flask. Thermal flasks can be the perfect item for stocking up on hot soup, coffee or tea to keep you going.
Beautiful country locations throughout the British Isles with offer up an autumnal spectacular, but here are a few suggestions.
Symonds Yat
Situated in the heart of Herefordshire, Symonds Yat is cut in two by the beautiful River Wye.
There are plenty of scenic walks in the surrounding woodlands with caves and quiet woodland tracks to explore. The area is mainly made up of ash, beech and yew forest.
There are several campsites such as Sterretts which is situated next to the river and within easy walking distance of the local pubs such as the Ferry, Old Court and a hand drawn ferry boat will take you across the river to the Saracens Head Inn.
Forest of Dean
Gloucestershire has some lovely parts to discover, and non so is as majestic as the Royal Forest of Dean.
This is one of the largest forest areas in the UK with many towns and villages scattered throughout the forest. The Forest of Dean stretches from Lydney to Chepstow on the Welsh border to Herefordshire and beyond.
Local attractions include the incredible Puzzle Wood, Sculpture Trail and dozens of bike and walking routes. If you’re lucky you may just see a deer or wild boar.
The New Forest
For those who like the combination of the ocean and the countryside then the New Forest is ideal.
Situated near to Bournemouth, the New Forest has many walks and tracks which will keep you entertained for hours on end. The forest is home to some ward winning gardens, museums, leisure and wildlife parks and a farm.
Once you’ve finished exploring the woodland you can take a trip to the beach at nearby Bournemouth.
Autumn is by far the best time to explore these woodland havens and the changing of the season will provide a colourful colage of natural beauty. Make sure you are fully equipped for your woodland walks with some reliable camping equipment from camping shops such as Camping Online.