Dunnington And Grimston Sports Club

The sports club itself isn't a destination - it's a working venue where locals play tennis, bowls and cricket. But if you're staying at Fox Hill Holiday Park or Flaxton Meadows nearby, it's worth knowing what's on your doorstep if the weather turns or you fancy joining in.

Dunnington and Grimston sits just outside York, in that flat, quiet part of East Yorkshire where you can actually hear yourself think. The club runs seasonal activities - cricket in summer, bowls year-round, tennis when someone's bothered to book the court. It's the sort of place where you might turn up, find the bar open, and end up chatting to locals over a pint while watching a match. Very English, not at all touristy.

This isn't a spectator attraction like a professional ground. You'd visit if you play one of these sports and fancy a casual game, or if you're staying nearby and want to meet people. Families with children won't get much out of it unless your kids are keen cricketers. The real draw of the area is York itself - the walls, the Minster, the shopping - which is only a short drive away.

Best bet is to ring ahead and ask about membership day rates if you're a keen player. Otherwise, treat it as a pleasant community spot rather than a holiday highlight. The nearby parks offer far more structured entertainment for a week away.