Grendon CC

Cricket at Grendon isn't going to set your pulse racing unless you're genuinely invested in the sport, but if you're staying at one of the nearby parks - Grendon Lakes is practically on your doorstep - it's a straightforward option for a morning or afternoon out. The club sits just outside Northampton and runs standard cricket fixtures throughout the season, with pitches that are decent enough for competitive play.

You'll want to pitch up on match days to get the full experience. Bring a folding chair, settle in with a drink, and watch the action unfold - it's exactly the sort of low-key summer afternoon that works brilliantly when you're base-camping nearby. Families with children who've got some cricket knowledge will find it engaging; younger kids might manage an hour before boredom sets in unless they're already keen on the game.

The surrounding area gives you proper options though. Sywell Country Park and Billing Aquadrome are both within easy reach and offer proper facilities, so you could easily combine a cricket match with a bigger day out. Overstone Lakes adds another string to the bow if weather turns.

Admission details aren't widely publicised online, so ring ahead before you go - opening hours vary depending on the fixture schedule. It's free to spectate at most grassroots cricket, though some clubs do ask for a contribution. Not a destination in itself, but absolutely worth knowing about if you've got cricket enthusiasts in the caravan and you're staying locally.