George Vancouver Statue

There's a bronze statue of Captain George Vancouver standing in King's Lynn, a reminder that this Norfolk port town produced one of Britain's greatest explorers. Vancouver mapped the Pacific Northwest coast in the late 1700s, charting what would become British Columbia and Washington State - no small feat given he did it all by ship and didn't have GPS. The statue itself is modest but dignified, the sort of thing locals pass without much thought but visitors often stop to photograph. It's free to view, naturally, and takes about five minutes unless you're keen on naval history, in which case you'll linger a bit longer reading the inscription and thinking about what it took to sail halfway round the world on a wooden vessel. King's Lynn itself is a proper working port with plenty of medieval architecture and independent shops, so it's worth combining this with a wander around the town centre rather than making it a sole destination. The nearby Kings Lynn Caravan & Camping Park sits just 2.9 miles away, making it handy if you're spending a few nights exploring Norfolk's coast and countryside. Sandringham Camping and Caravanning Club Site is another solid option six miles out if you want something slightly more rural. History enthusiasts will appreciate the connection to British exploration, but families with young children might find it a quick stop rather than a proper activity. Go in daylight, snap a photo, then head into town for lunch.