Tuttington Dog Park

Your dog will have the run of the place at Tuttington Dog Park, just outside Norwich in Norfolk. It's a straightforward affair - basically a proper field where dogs can charge about off the lead without the stress of traffic or livestock getting in the way. You'll find other dog owners there, which means your pooch gets some socialising time while you get a bit of peace.

The park itself won't win any awards for fancy facilities or manicured gardens. What you're getting is space - room for a labrador to actually sprint, room for a spaniel to get properly muddy, room for an elderly terrier to potter about at their own pace. Dogs are the point here, not Instagram backdrops.

If you're camping nearby - and there's no shortage of options within a few miles, including Top Farm Campsite and Two Mills Touring Park - this is a godsend for letting your dog burn off energy after a day in the car. Especially useful if your accommodation doesn't have much garden space. Allow 30 minutes to an hour depending on how long your dog wants to play. Best times are early morning or late afternoon when it's quieter, though it's rarely rammed.

Worth the detour if you've got a dog that needs proper exercise. Skip it if you're childless and dogless - there's nothing here for you. Check before you go whether there are any seasonal closures or specific rules about peak times.