Nunnery Wood Sports Complex

Just outside Worcester, Nunnery Wood Sports Complex is where locals actually go to get active rather than wander round museums. It's a proper working facility - tennis courts, a swimming pool, gym equipment, and playing fields spread across decent grounds. The sort of place that doesn't exist for tourists, which is exactly why it's useful if you're staying at one of the nearby caravan parks like Ketch or Worcester Glamping.

If you've got kids who need to burn off energy between days out, or you fancy a swim and a work-out without pretending you're on holiday, it delivers. The pool is the main draw - indoor, heated, nothing fancy but it works. Tennis players will find courts available, and there's usually football or netball happening on the pitches depending on the season.

Don't expect grand opening hours or slick online booking - ring ahead and check what's on. Entry isn't free, though prices are reasonable. Allow two to three hours if you're doing a full session, less if you just want a quick swim. Families with primary-school age kids get the most from it, particularly if weather turns and outdoor plans collapse.

Most park holidays in Worcestershire lean heavily on the Severn, local countryside walks, and Worcester Cathedral. This isn't a destination attraction - it's the backup plan when everyone's tired of sightseeing. That said, it's five minutes from Mill House Caravan Site if you're based that way, making it genuinely convenient rather than a detour.