Tilly's off lead play park

Your dog gets properly loose here, which is the whole point. Tilly's is an off-lead play park near Grantham where your pooch can sprint about without a lead in tow - a genuine relief if you've got a collie that needs to burn off some serious energy. The setup is straightforward: fenced space, grass, room to run. Dogs of all sizes seem to get on with it, though you'll want to keep an eye on the temperament mix if it's busy.

This suits families with hyperactive dogs far more than anyone else. If your spaniel spends most walks yanking your arm off, you'll appreciate having a space where it can actually tire itself out properly. The park works best if you arrive midweek or early morning - weekends get rammed with other dogs and owners, and it loses some of its appeal when you're navigating through a pack of terriers.

It's free, which helps justify the drive. Allow a good hour if you're coming from further away - the actual playtime is only as long as your dog's enthusiasm lasts, usually thirty to forty minutes. If you're staying at Wagtail Country Park just down the road - about two miles away - it's worth a morning visit before heading back for lunch. The park keeps things low-key and functional rather than fancy, which is exactly what working dogs need.