BARKway Dog Park

There's a dog park near Royston that actually lives up to the hype, which is rare enough to mention. BARKway is proper setup for dogs to run about without leads, with decent fencing and enough space that your pooch won't spend the whole time sniffing the same patch of grass. The ground's a mix of grass and hard standing, so it won't turn into a mud pit after rain like some places do.

You'll want to bring poo bags and water - that's a given. Most dogs seem genuinely happy here, playing with others or just charging about if they're the antisocial type. It's not enormous, so don't expect to be there for hours, but thirty minutes to an hour works fine if you're passing through with a restless spaniel or terrier.

If you're staying at Pightle Farm Campsite five miles away, this is a useful spot to burn off energy before settling into your pitch. The whole thing's casual - no fancy café or seating areas to speak of, just a proper functioning dog park. Royston's right there if you need to grab supplies or coffee beforehand.

The value proposition is straightforward: your dog gets a run, you get five minutes' peace. Not life-changing, but genuinely useful if you've got a canine in tow during a camping trip.