Sheffield Hallam University Sports Park

You'll find this sprawling sports facility on the southern edge of Sheffield, the kind of place that doesn't announce itself loudly but quietly gets on with the business of hosting serious athletes and casual visitors alike. Sheffield Hallam University Sports Park is essentially what it sounds like - a university sports complex with proper facilities rather than a leisure destination in the traditional sense.

The park houses multiple pitches, courts, and training grounds where everything from football to rugby happens regularly. If you're not here to participate or watch a match, the appeal is fairly limited - it's functional rather than scenic. That said, the grounds are well-maintained and if you're staying nearby at Waleswood Caravan & Camping Park or Rother Valley Country Park, it's worth knowing about if you've got sporty teenagers in tow who fancy joining a summer camp or watching a local team.

For families, the real value comes if there's competitive sport on the schedule. Otherwise, you're looking at a training facility rather than an attraction to visit for the sake of it. The nearest proper park - Rother Valley Country Park just 5.5 miles away - offers far more for a casual afternoon out, with lakes and walking trails that'll actually reward the trip.

If you're coordinating a sports-focused break in South Yorkshire, ring ahead to check what's on. But frankly, this is more useful than it is entertaining.