Premier Tennis: Alexandra Park tennis courts

Alexandra Park's tennis courts are what they are - a functional sports facility on the outskirts of Kidlington where locals come to hit a ball about. It's not a destination in itself, but if you're staying at one of the nearby caravan parks and you've got a racket in the boot, it's worth knowing it's there.

The courts are standard tarmac, properly maintained, and the facility seems to operate on a membership or booking system - though details are thin on the ground. You'll need to ring ahead or check their website to find out about availability and fees. It's the sort of place where you'll see regulars rather than casual drop-ins, which means it runs with a bit of structure.

This works best for families or keen players staying at Oxford Riverside Glamping or any of the other parks within a few miles who want to keep their game sharp during a break. If you're not bothered about tennis, don't bother making the trip. But for park-based holidays where someone in your group actually plays, it saves you hunting round for courts closer to Oxford itself.

The setting is fairly ordinary - this is suburban Kidlington rather than chocolate-box Oxfordshire. Spend an hour on court, maybe grab a coffee nearby, then get on with exploring the actual attractions the county does well. It's convenience tennis, nothing more.