The Pavilion

The Pavilion sits right in Leicester's sports quarter, a proper focal point if you're keen on watching cricket or catching whatever's on during the season. It's a working venue first and foremost - not a museum piece - so you'll be here for an actual match or event rather than just a wander around. The ground itself has that solid, no-nonsense feel of English county cricket - well-maintained wickets, decent sightlines from the stands, and the kind of atmosphere you get when locals actually turn up to play.

Cricket fans will get the most from this, obviously. If you're staying at one of the caravan parks nearby - The Paddocks is just 2.3 miles away, or Fortway Farm Leisure & Fishery a touch further - you could easily make an afternoon of it during the season. Families with kids who've got some interest in the sport will find it accessible enough, though a full day watching cricket isn't everyone's idea of a good time.

Check ahead for fixture lists and booking details before you head over. Admission varies depending on what's playing, and you'll want to know opening hours for specific events. It's the kind of place that rewards actual planning rather than a spontaneous pop-in. If you're touring the East Midlands with a cricket-minded group, it's worth the short drive from Leicester town centre, but don't expect it to be a standalone attraction that'll grip you for hours.