The New Oval

Cricket on Anglesey isn't something most visitors picture, but The New Oval in Holyhead is where the island's cricket community actually plays. It's a working sports ground rather than a tourist attraction in the traditional sense - proper local stuff, which is exactly what makes it worth knowing about if you're staying nearby.

The ground hosts matches throughout the summer season, and there's something rather lovely about watching a game unfold against the Welsh coastline. If cricket's your thing, checking the fixture list before you arrive could transform an afternoon. Even if you're not a devoted follower, turning up to a weekend match beats sitting in a cafe waiting for the weather to clear.

You'll need to check when matches are on and whether spectating is free or ticketed - the ground's low-key enough that you might not find all the details online, so a phone call to Holyhead town council is your best bet. Allow a couple of hours minimum if you do catch a game.

It works well as a stop if you're caravan-hopping around the island. Anglesey Outdoors sits barely half a mile away, while Penrhyn Bay and Sandy Beach parks are within easy reach for a day trip. Honestly though, this is more for people who actively enjoy cricket rather than families looking for entertainment. Your kids will be bored rigid if they're not into the sport.