Tottenham Green Leisure Centre

You'll find Tottenham Green Leisure Centre tucked into North London, just east of the capital proper, offering the sort of no-nonsense sports facilities that locals actually use rather than tourists typically seek out. The centre has a proper swimming pool, gym kit, and various activity studios - the kind of place where you go to do something rather than to sightsee. It's functional, well-maintained, and genuinely useful if you're camped nearby and want to tire out the kids or get a swim in without faffing about.

If you're based at Lee Valley Camping and Caravan Park in Edmonton, only 3.5 miles away, this becomes a reasonable backup option on a rainy afternoon or if someone in the family is desperate for a proper workout. The pool is decent enough for lengths or just messing about, depending on your crew's mood. On-site facilities mean you won't need to trek far from the caravan, which counts for something.

Honestly though, it's not a destination in itself. You visit because you're staying locally and need indoor activity, not because Tottenham Green is unmissable. Check their website for current entry fees and opening times before you go - leisure centres shuffle their schedules around. Allow an hour or two depending on what you're doing. Better for families with younger kids who'll happily spend time in the pool than for teenagers looking for entertainment.