KIDS BABES IN THE 3 OF THE BEST... woods

One of the best things about the Autumn is taking a long walk through beautiful mutli-coloured woods as the leaves perform their annual transition Here are three nearby woodland walks that are perfect for you and for the kids

PERIVALE WOODS - Perivale Wood is an 27 hectare area and one of the oldest nature reserves in Britain It's mainly ancient oak woodland, with coppiced hazel and swathes of bluebells in the spring One of its key selling point is the (free) Gruffalo Trail which is ideal for any little Donaldson fans.

PENN WOOD - Penn Wood is one of the largest ancient woodlands in the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It's the perfect setting for woodland adventures, foraging or a spot of bird spotting and only 30 minutes from home.

BLACK PARK - With family friendly attractions, such as the adventure playground and Go Ape, miles of beautiful woodland tracks and trails, and opportunities for wildlife spotting, Black Park is only half an hour from Ealing and a fabulous morning out.