Donna's Ducklings

A sculpture of a woman and her ducklings stands in Northampton - the sort of public art that locals pass without thinking twice about, but that catches visitors off guard. It's a cheerful bronze thing, and you'll find yourself grinning at it even if you're not normally the sculpture type.

Donna's Ducklings isn't a destination in itself. You won't spend an hour here, and you certainly won't need to plan a trip around it. What it is, though, is a proper little moment if you're wandering through Northampton town centre. The kind of thing kids find genuinely funny - actual ducks materialised in bronze - and the sort of detail that makes a place feel lived-in rather than just functional.

If you're staying at one of the nearby glamping spots like Hideaway Wood Farm or Magic Mushroom Cabin, both within a couple of miles, it's worth a quick detour into town. Combine it with a proper look around Northampton's high street or a walk down to the River Nene. The attraction works better as a photo stop than a standalone activity, but that's not a criticism - some of the best bits of a holiday are the unplanned discoveries.

There's no admission charge because it's public art in a town centre. Just rock up whenever suits you. Early morning or late afternoon light works best for photographs, though honestly, any time you're in Northampton, it takes thirty seconds to find.