Hitchin RFC

Rugby in Hertfordshire might not be the first thing you'd think to catch while touring the holiday parks round Henlow, but Hitchin RFC is worth knowing about if you're the type who actually enjoys watching the game. The club plays at a proper grassroots level - the kind of Saturday afternoon where you'll see genuine community sport rather than polished professionals. You get the full experience: muddy pitches, passionate supporters, and a genuine clubhouse atmosphere that beats a stadium any day.

It's really for rugby enthusiasts and their families. Kids get a kick out of watching live sport that's far more accessible than the Premiership, and there's something oddly entertaining about the pace and unpredictability of National League rugby. Allow a couple of hours for a match day, though checking their fixture list first is essential - turning up to find no game on would be annoying.

From the caravan parks clustered near Henlow - Jacks Hill, Almshoe Glamping, or Radwell Lake - Hitchin RFC is a straightforward drive and makes a decent rainy afternoon outing or weekend activity. Admission is typically modest for grassroots clubs, though you'll want to confirm times and match schedules before you go. The club usually has decent match coverage online.

Honestly, it's not a destination in itself, but paired with exploring the quieter corners of Hertfordshire or using it as an evening activity during a week at the nearby parks, it's a proper local experience worth having.