Ferry Pond

Just a short drive east of Huntingdon lies this unassuming stretch of water that locals have been quietly enjoying for years. Ferry Pond isn't going to feature on any postcards, but it's the sort of spot that grows on you - particularly if you're staying at one of the nearby parks and need somewhere peaceful to kill an hour or two.

Fishing enthusiasts will appreciate the calm waters, though you'll want to check locally about permits and what's biting. Dog walkers seem to love the place too, and there's enough open space around the edges for a proper stretch of the legs. Children might enjoy skimming stones, but don't expect playground equipment or ice cream vans - this is nature at its most straightforward.

The real appeal lies in its accessibility from the holiday parks scattered around this part of Cambridgeshire. Whether you're based at Crystal Lakes Leisure or Wyton Lakes Holiday Park, Ferry Pond makes for an easy excursion when the kids are getting restless or you fancy some air that doesn't smell of caravan gas. It's free, it's always open, and you can spend as little or as long as you like there. Perfect for those in-between moments of a park holiday.