Abbeydale Park Tennis Club

Tennis clubs aren't usually travel destinations, but Abbeydale Park in Dronfield is worth knowing about if you're already in the area with a racket in hand. It's a proper functioning sports venue where members and visitors can book courts to play - straightforward stuff, nothing fancy. The club sits within easy reach of Dronfield, making it convenient if you're basing yourself at one of the nearby campsites like Secret Wood Glamping or Riverside Valley Camping.

You'll want to ring ahead rather than just turning up. Court availability depends on member schedules, and while some clubs welcome casual players, others are stricter. Costs vary - some charge hourly rates, others require membership. Allow an hour or ninety minutes per session depending on how long you fancy playing.

This works best for serious tennis players staying in the area for a week or two, or families who want to keep up their game during a camping holiday. If you're not a player, there's nothing here for you - it's not a spectator sport in the traditional sense, and the grounds don't offer much beyond the courts themselves.

The East Midlands has decent walking country around Dronfield, so you'd pair this with outdoor pursuits rather than treating the club as a standalone reason to visit. Fox Hagg Farm Campsite and Wyming Brook Farm are both within striking distance if you want to combine a few days of tennis with exploring the surrounding countryside.