Wickham Vineyard

English sparkling wine sounds like a contradiction, but Wickham Vineyard near Southampton actually produces the stuff - and it's surprisingly decent. The vineyard sprawls across Hampshire countryside, and you can tour the vines, learn about the winemaking process, and taste what they've made. It's not a massive tourist operation; this feels genuinely like a working farm rather than a theme park version of viticulture.

You'll spend a couple of hours here maximum, which suits families who fancy something different from the usual park activities. Kids might find the science of fermentation interesting, or they might get bored once they realise there's no playground. Adults will enjoy the tasting bit, obviously, and the vineyard setting gives decent photo opportunities without being Instagram-obvious about it.

Entry and tasting charges apply - check the website before visiting because opening hours aren't standard across the year. It's the sort of place that's worth slotting into a broader day out rather than a destination in itself. You're close enough to Southampton for supplies, and several caravan parks sit within a few miles - Rookesbury Park is barely three miles away, making this a convenient afternoon excursion if you're based locally.

The real test: does it deliver on taste? Honestly, yes. You won't mistake it for Champagne, but the quality is high enough that you'll buy a bottle to take back to the van. That's the measure of a good vineyard visit.