The Hockey Museum

The Hockey Museum sits just outside Woking and tells the story of a sport that's been taken seriously in Britain for rather longer than most people realise. It's a small but genuine collection - not the sort of place that'll keep you occupied for hours, but if you've got any interest in hockey's evolution, or you're a player yourself, it's absolutely worth an afternoon visit.

You'll find kit from across the decades, memorabilia from international matches, and bits of social history that show how hockey went from a pastime for the well-to-do to something far more democratic. The museum doesn't oversell itself, which is rather refreshing. It's straightforward and honest - exactly what you'd want from a specialist collection.

Families with hockey-mad kids will get the most from it, obviously. Adult enthusiasts and history types will find enough to satisfy a curious hour. If hockey means nothing to you, this isn't going to change your mind, and that's fine. The museum knows its audience and does right by them.

It's a reasonable drive from the caravan parks scattered around the Woking area - Warren Farm Home Park is your closest base at just 2.6 miles away. The others at Chertsey and Weybridge are within easy reach too, making this a decent addition to a wider Surrey parks holiday if you're staying locally. Check ahead for opening times and entry fees before you set out, as information isn't readily available online.