StoneX Stadium, Saracens

The home of Saracens rugby sits just outside Elstree, a proper modern stadium that's become a genuine hub for the sport in the south-east. If you're not a rugby fanatic, the architecture itself is worth clocking - clean lines, plenty of glass, and the kind of facility that makes you realise how far the game has come. Match days are electric, no getting round it. The energy runs through the whole ground, from the bars to the stands, and even if you've never watched rugby before, the atmosphere alone pulls you in.

For families with kids who play rugby or are keen on the sport, this is a proper pilgrimage. Younger children might find a full match a bit long to sit through, but the Saracens often run open training sessions and fan experiences that work better for shorter attention spans. The stadium's location near Elstree means it sits nicely within striking distance of the holiday parks scattered across Hertfordshire - Elstree Park is barely three miles away, and Home Farm Glamping's five-star rating makes it the top choice if you want to stay somewhere decent while catching a game.

You'll need to check the fixture list for match dates and ticket prices, which vary depending on the opposition. Allow three hours for the full day including pre-match arrivals and post-match wind-down. Best visited in autumn and winter when the rugby season is in full swing. Spring and summer sees the ground quieter, though training days still happen. It's worth a trip if rugby matters to you; less so if you're just looking to fill a rainy afternoon.