Knebworth Tennis Club

The tennis courts at Knebworth are tucked away in Hertfordshire, just east of Welwyn Garden City, and serve the local club rather than casual visitors. Unless you're a member or have a serious interest in playing, there's not much to draw you here - it's a working sports venue, not a tourist attraction in the traditional sense.

If you're staying at one of the nearby caravan parks like Jacks Hill or Church Farm Ardeley and you've got a tennis racket in the car, it's worth ringing ahead to see whether they offer day passes or guest play. The courts themselves are standard club fare - well-maintained, properly lit for evening sessions, and the sort of place where you'll find a mix of competitive players and casual knockabouts.

Really, this works best if you're a keen player looking for somewhere to get a game during a park holiday in the area. Solo visitors or families without a tennis habit should probably skip it and head instead to Welwyn Garden City itself, which has more general leisure facilities and a decent town centre. The location is convenient enough if you're based at Commons Wood or another nearby campsite and you want to burn off some energy, but don't make a special trip. Ring ahead - you'll need to sort out access and court booking in advance.