Jubilee Park Swimming Pool

The lido at Jubilee Park is one of those proper old-school swimming facilities that makes you wonder why every town doesn't have one. It's right in Woodhall Spa, that quiet corner of Lincolnshire where the air still smells faintly of pine trees and Victorian spa aspirations. The pool itself is open-air and seasonal, which means summer visits only - perfect for families wanting to cool off without the chlorine-heavy indoor leisure centre experience.

What you're looking at is a genuinely decent outdoor pool with the kind of no-frills charm that's become rarer. Kids will enjoy it far more than you might expect for what sounds like a dated attraction. The setting's calm rather than manic, which is either a blessing or a bore depending on your tolerance for slides and water features. There's space around the edges, and on a decent day it's genuinely pleasant rather than heaving.

If you're staying at one of the caravan parks dotted around - Woodhall Country Park is barely a five-minute walk away, and Jubilee Park itself is right on top of it - this becomes a genuine asset rather than a diversion. It's the sort of thing that justifies a week's stay more than a day trip. Budget an afternoon, bring a book, and don't expect it to solve boredom for anyone over fourteen. Check opening hours and admission charges with Woodhall Spa tourist office before you go - details online are sparse and it's the kind of place that keeps unpredictable seasonal hours.