Resorts World Casino

Resorts World Casino sits on the outskirts of Coventry, a sprawling entertainment complex that's equal parts glitzy and slightly surreal. You'll find the usual casino floor with tables and machines, plus restaurants and bars that actually do decent food - not just the greasy-spoon fare you'd expect. The whole operation has that corporate sheen to it, the kind of place where you feel oddly dressed down even in smart casual.

It's really a destination for adults after dark rather than something to potter around during daylight hours. The serious gamblers come for the tables, though casual players can easily lose an evening on the slots with a drink in hand. If you're staying at Somers Wood Caravan Park just 2.3 miles away, it's close enough for an occasional night out without it eating into your holiday properly.

The restaurants and bars are probably the best reason to visit if gambling doesn't appeal. You get decent cocktails and the kind of food that wouldn't shame a chain restaurant in town. The atmosphere can feel a bit thin on quieter weeknights, but weekends bring enough energy to justify the trip.

Truthfully, it's more of an evening diversion than a reason to book your holiday around. If you're based nearby at Gate Farm or Somers Wood though, and you fancy a break from pub quizzes and chip shop tea, it fills that gap well enough. Just don't expect anything that'll leave you raving about it afterwards.