Moorland & Railway Club

Just outside Lincoln, the Moorland & Railway Club is one of those proper local sports venues that most visitors completely miss. It's a working club rather than a tourist attraction, but if you're staying at Hartsholme Country Park campsite nearby, it's worth knowing what's on.

The club hosts various sporting events and activities throughout the year - exactly what depends on the season and what's been scheduled. It's the kind of place where the local community actually gathers, which means you get a genuine feel for how people spend their weekends around here rather than the polished version in guidebooks.

Truth is, this isn't a destination you'd drive an hour to reach. But if you're already camped at Hartsholme or one of the other holiday parks dotted around Lincoln like Hanworth Country Park or Camper UK Leisure Park, and there's something on that appeals to you, it could be a decent way to spend an afternoon. You'd want to check ahead online or ring them directly to see what's happening and whether it's open to visitors.

Lincoln itself is far more compelling if you're after an actual day out - the cathedral is genuinely impressive, the old town around it has proper character. The club works better as an optional extra if the timing works out, rather than something you plan your trip around.