A classic English forest or woodland on a winter’s morning is one of the most beautiful sites imaginable. This Boxing Day grab the family, load the bikes into the car and set off for your nearest winter wonderland.

The New Forest in Hampshire is an idyllic example of where to ride, complete with numerous mapped out bike trails as well as plenty of other routes you can create yourselves; the whole family will have hours of fun spotting deer, squirrels and other wildlife as they cycle along the frosty tracks.

When toes and noses start to get a bit too chilly and the kids start wanting to go inside, you’re certain never to be too far from a warm country pub where a roaring fire and glass of mulled wine awaits you.