Greens Amusements

The seafront amusement arcade at Skegness has been pulling in families and arcade enthusiasts for decades. Greens Amusements is the sort of place where you'll find the usual mix of slot machines, claw grabbers, and ticket-redemption games - the backbone of British seaside fun. It's properly old-school, which is either its charm or its limitation depending on what you're after.

For younger kids, the claw machines and flashing lights will keep them entertained for thirty minutes, maybe an hour if you've got change in your pocket. Teenagers and adults after vintage arcade nostalgia will find enough to waste a quid or two on. If you're expecting cutting-edge gaming, you'll be disappointed - this is straightforward seaside arcade fare, nothing more.

It's free to walk in, though you'll need coins or notes for the machines themselves. Budget an hour maximum unless you're genuinely committed to winning a stuffed toy. The location works well if you're camped nearby - Creekside Family Camping is just 2.5 miles away, and Parkdean Resorts Southview Holiday Park sits only 4.8 miles down the coast. It's handy for a rainy afternoon during a Skegness holiday rather than a destination in itself. The seafront location means you can combine it with a walk along the beach or a chip supper without losing momentum. Not essential, but a perfectly decent filler on your itinerary.