Lichfield Golf & Country Club

Eighteen holes of proper golfing territory just outside Burton-on-Trent, Lichfield Golf & Country Club is a members' course with a reputation for being well-maintained and genuinely challenging. The layout sits across parkland that's more interesting than you'd expect - there are water hazards that catch the careless, tree-lined fairways that demand accuracy, and enough elevation change to keep things from feeling flat.

If you're a golfer staying at any of the nearby holiday parks - Chase Camping, Silver Trees, or the rather nice Chase Glamping Pods - this is the obvious choice. It's close enough for a half-day outing without burning petrol, and the standard is respectable without being intimidating. Green fees vary depending on membership status, so ring ahead before you pack your clubs.

Non-golfers needn't bother. There's no particular reason to visit unless you're actually playing a round. The club operates as members' territory first and foremost, which is fine - just don't expect a café or shop to wander around. Allow four to four and a half hours for a full round if you're moving at a reasonable pace.

The real draw is that it's a solid inland course within easy reach if you're basing yourselves in the area. Go when the weather's cooperative; winter here is muddy and grey, and spring through autumn plays far better. Families with junior golfers will find it accommodating, though it's genuinely a golfer's course rather than a beginner's lesson ground.