St Anne's on Sea Lawn Tennis and Squash Club

Just south of Blackpool, St Anne's on Sea has a proper tennis and squash club that's been going for decades - the kind of place where locals still take their rackets seriously. It's not a tourist attraction in the traditional sense; this is a working sports venue with courts you can actually book and play on, rather than gawp at from the outside.

If you're staying at one of the nearby caravan parks like Haven Marton Mere or Ribby Hall Village and you're a keen player, it's worth ringing ahead to see if they've got court availability. The club sits within walking distance of St Anne's seafront, so you could easily combine a morning on the courts with a stroll along the beach and fish and chips afterwards. Fair warning though: unless you're a member or a paying guest wanting to play, there's not much to see. You won't be wandering in for a look around like you would a museum.

For families, this only works if someone actually wants to play tennis or squash. Kids might enjoy a coaching session if the club offers them, but don't expect entertainment value if you're just passing through. The real appeal is for active holidaymakers who'd rather get some proper exercise in than spend another afternoon on the promenade. Check their website or phone before you go - opening hours and membership rates aren't straightforward.