Staplegrove Sports Club

Staplegrove Sports Club sits on the outskirts of Taunton and serves as a proper local hub rather than a destination attraction. It's a working sports facility with cricket, tennis, and bowls - the sort of place where you'll see regulars in whites on summer Saturdays and find genuine community spirit rather than tourist polish.

If you're staying at one of the nearby caravan parks - Cornish Farm Touring Park is just 3.2 miles away, or Ashe Farm if you want somewhere with a perfect 5-star rating - this could work as a casual detour during a park holiday in Somerset. The club has its charm, particularly if you catch a cricket match or fancy a game yourself, but it's not the kind of thing to plan an afternoon around unless you're an active player.

Honestly, it's best suited to families already staying locally who want to get involved rather than watch. If your kids play cricket or tennis, the club might welcome them for sessions, though you'd need to ring ahead to check availability and costs. Out-of-season visits will feel a bit quiet.

For a family holiday based at one of the touring parks nearby, you're better off exploring Taunton town centre itself or heading to the actual parks listed - they'll offer more activities without the "members first" feel. That said, if you're keen on sports and want an authentic glimpse of how Somerset folk spend their weekends, it's worth a quick look. Just don't expect frills.