The South West Interiors Stadium

The South West Interiors Stadium sits on the edge of Wotton-under-Edge, a modest ground that punches above its weight if you're after proper grassroots football. It's the kind of place where you'll actually see the players' faces, hear the shouted instructions, feel the energy of a community club rather than get lost in the back of a 40,000-seater.

For families with football-mad kids, this beats watching on the telly by miles. There's none of the corporate nonsense - you get genuine match day atmosphere without the extortionate prices or three-hour queues for a pie. Local fans know their team, know each other, and you'll feel that instantly.

The ground itself is functional rather than fancy. You're there for the football, not Instagram moments, though the Gloucestershire countryside around Wotton-under-Edge is pleasant enough for a pre-match walk. Opening hours and admission details aren't readily available online, so ringing ahead is your best bet - it's still old-school in the best way.

If you're camping at Wixoldbury Farm Glamping, just down the road, this could easily slot into a weekend. It won't take all day, but that's rather the point. Grab an hour or two, catch some proper football, then head back to the countryside. It's unpretentious sporting entertainment at its most honest.