Humberston Methodist Church

The Methodist chapel on the edge of Humberston, just a short walk from Cleethorpes, is one of those buildings you'd probably miss if you weren't looking for it. But if you're into Victorian church architecture or have a genuine interest in nonconformist history, it's worth the diversion from the seafront crowd.

It's a proper little brick chapel, built when Methodism was still pulling in the crowds. The interior has that characteristic Methodist plainness - no fussy decoration, just solid pews and decent proportions. What strikes you isn't grandeur but sincerity. This is a working church, still used by the local congregation, so visiting feels genuine rather than like wandering through a museum.

Historically minded visitors will appreciate it as part of the broader Nonconformist movement that shaped East Anglia. If you're the type who gets something from understanding how ordinary communities organised their faith outside the Church of England, you'll find it interesting. For families with young children, though, it'll be a quick ten-minute stop at best.

Admission details are thin on the ground, but these places are usually free and often have someone around on Sundays if you want to have a proper look. Combined with Haven Cleethorpes Beach Holiday Park nearby, you could fit this into a morning before heading to the seafront. It's a sensible add-on rather than a reason to visit the area, if that makes sense - good for rounding out a day rather than planning around.