Broadfield Road Open Space

If you’re after a spot where kids can actually burn off some energy, this one delivers more than most. The play area covers the basics — swings and a slide — but the real draw is the parkour park, which younger kids absolutely love, and there’s a bike track and basketball court if they need something extra to do. Fair warning though: it gets muddy, so don’t send them in their good trainers. Parking is straightforward, which makes it easier for families coming from a bit further out. It’s nothing fancy, but that’s kind of the point — just a solid chunk of open space where kids can actually move around.