Jolly Fisherman Railway Statue

There's a bronze fisherman standing on the seafront at Skegness, rod in hand, grinning at the North Sea like he's just landed something worth keeping. This is the Jolly Fisherman - a proper Edwardian landmark that's been greeting visitors since 1910. He's become the town's unofficial mascot, and frankly, you can't miss him when you're down by the water.

The statue itself is modest in scale but carries genuine character. It's the sort of thing that appeals most to families with young kids, who'll want the obligatory photo, and to anyone interested in early 20th-century seaside culture. The fisherman was designed to capture the cheery spirit of a working port town, back when Skegness was positioning itself as a proper holiday destination.

It's free to view and takes about five minutes to look at properly - longer if you're the type to photograph it from multiple angles. The real draw isn't standing in front of the statue itself but rather what it represents: a slice of the town's heritage, right there by the promenade.

If you're staying at either Riverside Caravan Park or The Layby Lincs - both excellent spots within easy reach - the seafront walk here pairs well with exploring the broader coast. It's a good excuse to stretch your legs and soak up some Lincolnshire seaside history without any fuss.