Gymphobics

Gymphobics is a sports facility near Blowwick in Lancashire - the sort of place locals use for gym sessions, fitness classes, and whatever activities they've got on that week. It's not a tourist destination in the traditional sense, but if you're staying at one of the nearby caravan parks like Leisure Lakes or Riverside Holiday Park, it's worth knowing it's there if anyone in your group fancies a proper workout or a swimming session rather than spending another afternoon on the touring circuit.

You'll need to check their current opening hours and what classes or facilities they're running - the usual gym offerings like weights, cardio machines, maybe swimming depending on the site. It's the kind of place that makes sense if you're on a longer park holiday and want to break up the routine with something more active than a stroll round the site shop.

The real question is whether it'll appeal to your group. If you've got teenagers desperate for a swim or you're serious about keeping up your fitness routine, fair enough. For casual holidaymakers, you'd probably get more out of exploring Southport itself, which isn't far away - better facilities, actual seafront, and things designed specifically for visitors. Worth a quick phone call before you arrive to see what they've got on and whether it's worth the trip from your caravan.