Coombes Croft Library

A proper neighbourhood library tucked into Haringey, just north of London. Coombes Croft is the sort of place you stumble upon if you're staying at Lee Valley Camping and Caravan Park in Edmonton - only 2.4 miles away - and fancy a break from the caravan site routine.

It's a working community library, not a tourist attraction in the traditional sense. You'll find the usual suspect: books, computers, a quiet reading area. Local events and activities happen here throughout the year, so it's worth checking what's on if you're camping nearby. The space itself is functional rather than fancy, but that's rather the point.

Who gets the most from it? Families with young children, honestly. Many libraries in the area run story time sessions and craft activities for kids during school holidays. If you've got restless children and the weather's turned, this beats another hour in a tent. Adults after peace and quiet will appreciate it too.

Admission is free - it's a public library, after all. No opening hours confirmed online, so ring ahead or check their website before you visit. Allow an hour at most unless you're genuinely after a specific book or planning to work at one of their computers.

For a park holiday based at Lee Valley, it's more of a rainy-day backup than a highlight. The campsite itself is the draw. But if you're tent-bound during typical British summer drizzle, Coombes Croft offers a warm spot and a change of scenery.