Old Shielfield Park

Old Shielfield Park sits on the outskirts of Berwick-upon-Tweed, a proper working sports ground that's been part of the town's fabric for generations. It's a modest setup - football pitches and training facilities rather than anything grand - but it's the sort of place that matters to locals. You'll see community matches on weekends and youth teams training most evenings. It's free to wander past and watch if there's action on, though don't expect league football or international events.

This is really one for families with kids who want to kick a ball around themselves or catch a local match. Adults not interested in grassroots sport might find it a bit spare - it's functional rather than spectacular. Allow 30 minutes if you're just passing through, longer if you've got children keen to play.

If you're basing yourself at one of the nearby caravan sites - Berwick Seaview is just a stroll away, or Haven Berwick Holiday Centre if you fancy more facilities - Old Shielfield makes a decent afternoon stop without needing to trek far. Pair it with a walk along the town walls or a visit to the coast; Berwick itself has enough to fill a proper day out. The park won't be your holiday highlight, but it's a genuine local space that beats sitting on the caravan site all afternoon.