Jump In by AirHop Adventure & Trampoline Park Ipswich

Jump In by AirHop is an indoor trampoline park on the edge of Ipswich - not a nature reserve, but a proper laugh for families who need to burn off energy on a rainy afternoon. You're bouncing on interconnected trampolines, dodging foam pits, having a go at the basketball hoops, and watching kids absolutely lose their minds in the best way possible.

It's a dead cert for families with children aged roughly five to fifteen. Teenagers often find it a bit tame, and under-fives need constant supervision - the energy is frantic and the crowd moves fast. Adults can supervise from the sidelines, though some do jump in themselves, which is fine if you don't mind looking daft.

Budget two to three hours. It's genuinely fun, not just a way to kill time before dinner. The staff are friendly enough, and they take safety seriously - socks are mandatory, which keeps things hygienic.

If you're staying at one of the nearby holiday parks - The Lost Garden Retreat and Wheathill are both excellent - this works as a brilliant backup plan when the weather turns. It's only a few miles from your base, so no lengthy drive with restless passengers. On a sunny day, you'd skip it for outdoor stuff, but when Suffolk's showing its drizzlier side, AirHop actually delivers.