Bryan Weston Play Area

Locals round here know Bryan Weston is one of those spots that just does the job without any fuss. The zipline tends to be the big draw for older kids, but there’s enough going on — climbing frames, swings, slides — to keep younger ones busy too. Free parking right there makes a genuine difference when you’re hauling a picnic bag and a couple of children across Swadlincote. The open grass alongside is good for a kickabout or letting the dog stretch its legs after the kids have worn themselves out. It’s kept clean and tidy, which sounds basic but honestly isn’t a given these days.