King Billy (William of Orange / William III)

There's a statue of William III on the outskirts of Beverley that catches most visitors off guard. King Billy, as locals call him, stands in bronze - a reminder of 1688 and the Glorious Revolution that reshaped Britain. It's not dramatic or towering, but it carries weight if you know the story.

The monument itself is straightforward: a historical marker rather than a grand spectacle. You're looking at a piece of Yorkshire's political heritage, marking the moment when Protestant William of Orange landed and changed the course of British history. History buffs will find it worthwhile, though it's the kind of stop you make between other attractions rather than a destination in itself.

Families with older kids studying the 1600s might get something from it, but younger ones will lose interest within minutes. The real value is context - understanding why this moment mattered to England, and why Beverley itself has such strong connections to this period. If you're already in the area, it's worth a quick detour.

Manor Farm Camping sits just five miles away and makes a decent base if you're planning to explore Beverley's medieval architecture and wider East Yorkshire. Pair this with a proper walk around the town centre and you've got a solid half-day sorted. Just don't expect a visitor centre or the usual tourist infrastructure - this is heritage you read about as much as see.