Hattie Jacques

Standing outside a modest terraced house in Sandgate, you might walk past without realising you're looking at the childhood home of one of Britain's most beloved comedy actresses. This blue plaque marks where Hattie Jacques spent her formative years, before going on to become the formidable matron in the Carry On films and a radio star alongside Tony Hancock.

Comedy fans will appreciate the pilgrimage, though there's not much to see beyond the plaque itself - this is very much a quick photo stop rather than a destination. The house remains private, so you're viewing from the pavement. What makes it worthwhile is the connection to British entertainment history and the seaside setting of Sandgate, which sits between Folkestone and Hythe along the Kent coast.

Families staying at nearby parks like Varne Ridge or New Beach Holiday Park could easily incorporate this into a coastal walk or drive. It pairs well with exploring Folkestone's creative quarter or the military history at Hawthorne Trench nearby. Allow five minutes maximum unless you're a serious Jacques devotee - though the surrounding area offers proper seaside charm for a longer wander.