Jacksons Amusements

The seafront at Mablethorpe wouldn't be complete without Jacksons Amusements - it's the sort of place that defines a British seaside holiday for families who want to blow off steam without breaking the bank. Traditional arcade games, dodgems, and fairground rides fill the space with that particular blend of flashing lights and tinny music you either love or tolerate for the sake of the kids.

This is proper old-school fun. You'll find the usual mix of penny arcades, claw machines, and spinning rides that keep children entertained for hours - or at least until their pocket money runs out. The atmosphere is genuinely buzzy during peak season, and there's something refreshingly unpretentious about it all. No Instagram moments here, just families queuing for the dodgems and teenagers trying their luck at the prize machines.

It works brilliantly as part of a Mablethorpe holiday, especially if you're staying at one of the nearby caravan parks like Haven Golden Sands or the Mablethorpe Camping and Caravanning Club Site - both are walking distance away. Most kids will happily spend a couple of hours here on a rainy afternoon or when the beach gets too windy. Exact opening hours and prices aren't readily available, so ring ahead before you visit. Worth the detour if you've got under-twelves in tow; less essential if it's just adults looking for seaside atmosphere.