Vikings

Vikings is a proper theme park experience just outside Atherstone in Warwickshire, where you can expect immersive attractions and rides centred around Norse mythology and Viking culture. It's the sort of place where you'll spend a good half-day getting your adrenaline going - think themed rides, interactive experiences, and the odd bit of theatrical flair that appeals to families wanting something beyond the standard seaside fare.

Kids aged six to fourteen will get the most mileage out of it, though teenagers keen on Vikings thanks to the telly shows might surprise you with their enthusiasm. Adults tend to enjoy it less as standalone entertainment, but plenty come along for the chaos of a family day out and find themselves enjoying the spectacle regardless.

It's worth coupling with a stay at Nightingales Rustic Camping just six miles away - close enough not to feel like a pilgrimage, but far enough that you can actually relax in a proper outdoor setting afterwards. The camping spot has decent reviews and lets you make a proper weekend of the Warwickshire area rather than just hitting one attraction and calling it done.

The usual theme park rules apply: arrive early, download any app they've got, and bring snacks because on-site food prices are what they always are. Rain doesn't really stop anything here, so weather shouldn't change your plans. Expect to queue for the main rides during school holidays and weekends.