Tenn. Cts

The tennis courts just east of Billericay are a working sports facility rather than a tourist draw, but if you're staying at Barleylands Campsite nearby and want a proper knockabout with a racket, they're your best bet locally. It's a straightforward setup - tarmac courts, decent enough condition, the kind of place where locals come for weekend matches and coaching sessions rather than somewhere you'd travel hours to visit.

You'll need to book ahead and check current rates, as this isn't the sort of place with a flashy website or fixed public hours. Ring Billericay's leisure department to find out what's available when you're visiting. If you're a keen player and keen to keep your hand in during a caravan holiday, it saves you a trip into town. For casual players or families after a bit of fun, honestly, you might find it underwhelming - it's functional rather than fancy.

The real appeal here is convenience. You're minutes from Barleylands, a decent family campsite, so if tennis matters to your group, knowing this exists nearby makes planning easier. Otherwise, it's the sort of facility you use because you have to, not because you want to.