Brampton Health Golf Centre

The driving range at Brampton Health Golf Centre sits just outside Northampton, and it's the sort of place you'd pop into for a quick swing rather than plan a whole afternoon around. The setup is straightforward - practice bays, a decent-sized range, and a par-3 course if you fancy something more structured than just belting balls. Nothing fancy, but it does what it says on the tin.

This works best if you're a keen golfer staying at one of the nearby glamping spots like Steepleton Lodge or Moon Valley - somewhere you can base yourself for a week and want to keep your swing sharp without driving miles. Families with a golfer in tow won't find much to keep non-players entertained, and it's not the sort of place to drag reluctant teenagers. But if you're genuinely interested in golf, the range is well-maintained and accessible.

Bring your own clubs or rent them on site (exact details worth checking when you book). An hour is plenty if you're just practising; longer if you're playing the par-3 course. It fills the gap between serious rounds elsewhere and casual fun - proper useful if you're camping nearby and want to stay active without venturing far from base camp.

The Northampton location means it's convenient rather than scenic. Worth a visit if you're a golfer, but don't reroute a holiday specifically for it.