David Campese - Australia

David Campese isn't a place you'll stumble upon by accident - it's a rugby legend whose name is forever woven into the fabric of the sport, and understanding his connection to this corner of Leicestershire requires a bit of digging. The Australian wing revolutionised rugby league and union during the 1980s and 90s, and whilst there's no dedicated museum or visitor centre bearing his name near Rugby, his legacy matters to anyone serious about the game's history in the East Midlands.

If you're a rugby obsessive planning a caravan holiday around here - and there are several parks within striking distance, including Eriba Glade and Stanford Hall's facility - you'll want to know that this region has genuine rugby credentials. Rugby town itself is where the sport was codified, so visiting during the season and catching matches or exploring rugby-related landmarks becomes part of the pilgrimage.

Honestly, you won't be making a day trip to "see" David Campese in the traditional sense. What you're doing is understanding the context of his impact on the game whilst staying at places like Meadow Field or Manor Farm and exploring the broader rugby heritage of the area. For families, this works better as an adult interest than something that'll thrill kids for hours. Allow time to visit Rugby School and the Rugby Football Museum instead - they're the actual focal points - then use your knowledge of Campese's greatness as the historical backbone to your visit. It's the thinking person's rugby tour rather than a conventional attraction.