Fishing Lake

The water here is deceptively appealing - a broad, calm expanse that draws you in from the road between Hull and Withernsea. Fishing Lake is exactly what it sounds like: a working fishing spot with proper facilities and a decent car park, popular with locals casting lines from dawn onwards. The shoreline is accessible, flat, and straightforward to walk around, making it approachable for families who fancy a stroll without any climbing involved.

It's not dramatic or particularly wild. No towering cliffs, no rare birds putting on a show, no Instagram moments. What you get instead is peaceful water, a bit of bird life if you're patient, and the chance to watch actual anglers doing their thing - which some kids find genuinely interesting. The surrounding area is very flat Yorkshire fenland, which means big skies and a certain austere beauty if that's your thing. Allow an hour to walk the perimeter comfortably, or settle with a flask and watch for longer.

Couples and keen fishers will get the most from it. Young children might lose interest quickly unless you make it part of a broader afternoon. The proximity to Sand le Mere Holiday Park - just a few minutes' drive - makes it a practical diversion during a caravan stay, though it's not the sort of place you'd specifically book a trip around. Worth a visit if you're based locally; skippable if you're touring further afield.