Hornsea Beck

Roman remains scattered along this quiet East Yorkshire beck won't wow casual visitors, but archaeology enthusiasts will find plenty to poke about among. The site preserves traces of Romano-British settlement, with pottery shards and building foundations visible to the trained eye - though you'll need a good dollop of imagination to picture daily life here two millennia ago.

Families expecting dramatic ruins will leave disappointed. This is proper field archaeology territory where the thrill lies in spotting worked flint or recognising ancient post holes rather than Instagram-worthy stonework. Kids might enjoy the treasure hunt aspect for twenty minutes before demanding ice cream.

Located near Driffield, the beck itself provides a lovely walk regardless of your interest in ancient history. The surrounding countryside offers that gentle rolling charm East Yorkshire does so well, making it a decent leg-stretcher if you're staying at one of the nearby parks like Cowden Holiday Park or Skirlington Leisure Park.

Bring wellies - the ground can be soggy after rain, and there's no formal visitor infrastructure here. It's free to explore, naturally, though finding the exact archaeological features requires either local knowledge or serious dedication with an Ordnance Survey map. Best combined with a broader exploration of the area rather than making it your main destination.