Blackberry Farm Park

You'll find Blackberry Farm Park just outside Hailsham, a straightforward green space that does what it says on the tin without any fuss. It's the sort of place locals know well - proper countryside with room to stretch your legs and let the kids burn off energy if you're staying at one of the nearby campsites like Golden Cross or Hale Farm.

The park itself is fairly open and unpretentious. Families with younger children will get the most from a visit here, particularly if the weather's decent and you've got an hour or two to kill between other activities in the area. There's space to wander, which beats being cooped up in the caravan or tent, and it's free to access - a genuine bonus when you're juggling holiday costs.

It's not a destination in itself, mind you. Don't drive across Sussex specifically for Blackberry Farm Park. But if you're based at one of the local holiday parks - Dernwood Farm Glamping, Horam Manor, or Fontmills - it makes a sensible quick visit to break up the day. The location near Hailsham means you can combine it with a proper town visit if needed.

Would kids get bored after an hour? Probably, unless they're really young. This is a pleasant breather rather than a proper afternoon out. Still, when you're on a budget holiday and need free outdoor space, it does the job well enough.