The Emmerdale Studio Experience

The working set of Emmerdale sits just outside Leeds, and yes, you can actually walk around where the telly magic happens. It's not a theme park - more like stepping into the village itself, except the buildings are real sets and there's proper countryside around you.

You'll recognise the pub, the shop, the cottages. Depending on when you visit, you might catch filming happening, which is genuinely brilliant if you're an Emmerdale fan. The experience trades on authenticity rather than theme park theatrics, which means it won't overwhelm younger kids or those indifferent to the show, but soap devotees will find it weirdly moving to stand where their favourite characters have their arguments and breakdowns.

Allow a couple of hours maximum - you're not trekking around for half a day. It works best if you're already keen on the programme; casual visitors might find themselves done in 45 minutes. The setting is genuinely pleasant Yorkshire countryside, so there's a walk to be had either way.

If you're based at St Helena's Caravan Park nearby, this is an easy bolt-on to a broader Yorkshire trip. It's not essential viewing, but for fans, it's the real thing rather than a reconstruction, which counts for something. Check ahead for opening times and whether there's a charge - details weren't confirmed, but it's the sort of attraction that typically asks for a modest fee or donation.