Wilson Playing Fields and Pavilion

The pavilion sits squat and functional at one end of Wilson Playing Fields, the sort of place that serves the local community without making much of a fuss about it. It's a proper sports facility, nothing fancy, but that's rather the point. You've got football pitches, cricket grounds, and all the usual playing surfaces spread across decent acreage on the outskirts of Oakham.

Walkers passing through will find it useful as a landmark rather than a destination in itself. The fields offer a bit of open space and a chance to see Rutland doing what it does best - getting outdoors without pretension. If you're staying at Greendale Farm Caravan & Camping Park just down the road, it's close enough for a stroll, though you'd need to be genuinely interested in watching a match or having a kickabout yourself to make the trip worthwhile.

Families with kids who actually want to play rather than sightsee might get something from it, depending on what's on. The pavilion itself serves refreshments during events, which beats traipsing back into Oakham town centre for a cup of tea. Best visited during match days when there's actual life to it - turning up on a quiet Tuesday afternoon would be a bit pointless. It's the sort of place you include if you're already in the area, not somewhere you'd plan your holiday around.