Beresford Field

Just a short walk from Skegness seafront sits Beresford Field, a proper piece of local history that most holidaymakers rush past without a second glance. It's the sort of place that rewards a proper look - a open green space with real character, marking a significant moment in Lincolnshire's past.

The field itself is unremarkable at first sight, but that's rather the point. This is where things happened, where you can stand and actually picture events unfolding rather than stare at a museum display case. If you're the type who enjoys connecting with a place's story while you walk, you'll find it worthwhile. Kids will probably find it dull unless you've got a proper history buff in tow.

It's free to visit and takes maybe twenty minutes to have a proper look around, longer if you're the reflective type. The best approach is to combine it with a seaside stroll - you're right on Skegness's doorstep, barely a hop from Haven Skegness Holiday Park or Skegness Seaview if you're staying over. It won't rival a day at the beach or the amusement arcades, but as a quick cultural stop between other activities, it serves a purpose.

Go when the weather's decent. There's not much shelter, and in the rain it's just a wet field. Early morning or late afternoon gives you the space largely to yourself, which suits this sort of quiet reflection better than midday crowds.