Paw Paddock - Horsham

Paw Paddock sits right on Horsham's doorstep and is exactly what it sounds like - a modest green space where locals bring their dogs to run about. It's not a grand attraction, but that's rather the point. You'll find open grass, the odd bit of shade, and a genuine working paddock atmosphere that feels properly lived-in rather than manicured.

For dog owners staying at any of the nearby campsites - Sands Farm is barely a mile away - this is genuinely useful. Your spaniel or terrier gets a proper gallop, you get five minutes of peace, and it costs nothing. Families without dogs won't find much to detain them here. There's no playground, no facilities worth mentioning, and an hour would be stretching it unless you're really making a day of just watching the dogs.

The real draw is its convenience. If you're based at Slinfold Caravan and Motorhome Club or The Green Escape glamping site a few miles out, Paw Paddock is a quick solution for a dog's midday exercise without driving into proper countryside. It's also handily close to Horsham town itself if you need to combine a dog walk with a coffee run.

Go if you've got a dog and you're staying locally. Skip it otherwise. It's functional rather than scenic, practical rather than memorable - which is exactly what a village paddock should be.