Cooksbridge, East Sussex Time to London 65 minutes Seat probability High Car park 10 spaces, free Local info Cooksbridge isn't a favoured village, but is surrounded by superb downland country and is close to the facilities of Lewes
Milford, Surrey Time to London 51 minutes Seat probability Decent Car park 136 spaces, £5 a day Local info A great village with lots of facilities, and close to the shopping centre of Guildford
Whittlesford,Cambridgeshire Time to London 69 minutes Seat probability Good Car park 379 spaces, £5.90 a day Local info Charming village with church, two pubs and close to shops in Cambridge
Pangbourne, Berkshire Time to London 50 minutes Seat probability High Car park 90 spaces, £4.60 a day Local info Charming riverside town with local shops; close to Reading
Pewsey, Wiltshire Time to London 80 minutes Seat probability Decent Car park 77 spaces, £6.10 a day Local info Unassuming village, but surrounded by the lovely Vale of Pewsey, with its famous white horse
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Game, set, match: 12 of the world’s most beautiful tennis courtsFrom Italy to Indonesia, when it comes to hotel amenities, a picturesque tennis court will always trump a 24-hour gym. So, before you book your next holiday, take a look at our pick of the 12 best.
