A winter wildlife walk
If you prefer to be on the move, how about a woodland wander to spot some of the country’s more elusive wildlife?
Red squirrels will be easier to observe as they scurry around the leafless trees looking for food, and grey squirrels are going to be pairing up, ready to mate.
Deer are more likely to spend time closer to us humans in their own search for food and again, will be easier to spot through the naked winter branches.
Stay at Braidhaugh Park (largoleisure holidays.co.uk), in Crieff, Scotland, and you might even be treated to the sight of mountain hares, which shed their brown summer coats for white, to camouflage themselves against snow and frost.
There is reasonable walking in the nearby Glenturret area, as there are plenty of good estate tracks, but be aware of potentially winding wintry roads.
If you prefer to be a spectator of the snowy weather, this is another campsite that offers hot tubs, so you can stay warm while enjoying a winter wonderland.
There is more great walking to be had in Sherwood Forest (visitsherwood.co.uk), where Sherwood Pines Campsite (camping intheforest.co.uk) makes an ideal base.
Located close to the Forest Visitor Centre and numerous walking and cycling trails, you won’t be stuck for things to do.
Even if you visited a wood during the summer, they offer a different world in winter and are well worth wrapping up in hat, scarf and gloves to explore.
Look out for tracks in the mud or snow – that could be badgers, foxes or hares.
While you’re out and about, why not don your wellies and indulge in some puddle-jumping or kicking through the fallen leaves? Embrace the season and your inner child, and just have fun.