Liberty Orchard Secure Dog Field

Your dog's been cooped up in the caravan for two hours and you need somewhere to let them properly run about. Liberty Orchard Secure Dog Field, just outside Gloucester, is exactly that - a fenced-off space where your pooch can burn off energy without the lead while you stand there nursing a coffee.

It's straightforward: a secure field dedicated to dogs, which means no sheep-chasing incidents, no lost terriers bolting after rabbits, and no awkward encounters with other walkers' pets who aren't quite as friendly. The setup works brilliantly if you're staying at any of the local caravan parks - Apple Tree Park Holiday Homes is nearest at just over 3 miles, though Baldwin's Brook Glamping and The Glamping Orchard are barely further. You can pop over for an hour and it genuinely takes the edge off a restless morning.

This is dog owners' business, pure and simple. Walkers without pets won't find much to do here, and honestly, neither will young kids beyond watching the dogs play. But if you've got a spaniel that needs space or a collie going stir-crazy, it's worth knowing about.

Timing-wise, aim for off-peak hours if you can - early morning or late afternoon tends to be quieter. Check directly before you go, though - details on fees and opening times aren't readily available online, so ringing ahead beats a wasted trip from your holiday park.