King George III

King George III's connection to Lincolnshire runs deeper than most people realise. The mad monarch, as history books love to call him, spent time in the county during his bouts of illness, and there's a genuine historical thread here worth pulling if you're stopping near Lincoln. The site itself marks where the king's presence left its mark on the local landscape - not always a cheerful mark, mind, given the circumstances of his visits.

History buffs will find this worthwhile, particularly if you're already exploring Lincoln's cathedral and medieval streets. It's the sort of thing that takes twenty minutes to properly absorb rather than a full afternoon, so don't expect to build an entire day around it. Families with teenagers interested in Georgian history or royal oddities will get something from it; younger children will likely lose interest quickly unless the setting is particularly engaging.

If you're basing yourself at one of the local caravan parks - Hartsholme Country Park is closest at just over two miles out - this makes for a decent half-morning excursion before or after exploring Lincoln proper. The town itself is worth a day on its own: the cathedral is magnificent, the castle ruins commanding, and the Georgian Quarter surprisingly atmospheric. The other parks like Hanworth Country Park and Langdale Lakes offer good access to the wider area if you're planning a longer stay.

Check ahead for opening hours and admission charges before you visit, as details for this site aren't always easy to pin down online.