Spirit of Yorkshire Distillery

The Spirit of Yorkshire Distillery sits just outside Filey, turning local grain into gin and vodka in a way that actually feels like it belongs here. You walk around their production facility, see the copper stills doing their work, and learn how they've built something from scratch in a part of Yorkshire that doesn't exactly scream craft spirits. The shop's the real draw - you can taste before you buy, which is fair enough, and the gin is genuinely good. Expect to spend an hour here, maybe ninety minutes if you're chatty with staff.

It's the sort of thing that works well as a half-day addition to a caravan holiday rather than a destination in itself. Families with teenagers who are into food and drink will get more from it than younger kids, honestly. The distillery caters to adult interests - this isn't a theme park.

Being within striking distance of Haven Primrose Valley and the other parks dotted around Reighton Sands and Lebberston means you could pop in on a rainy afternoon without much fuss, or combine it with a proper walk along the coast. The location is handy rather than dramatic. Worth the detour if you're interested in how things are made and you like a decent gin, but don't expect anything revolutionary. Check ahead for opening times - they're not always obvious online.