Laurel & Hardy Museum

A small museum in Grange-over-Sands dedicated entirely to Laurel and Hardy - the comedy duo who made slapstick films from the 1920s through to the 1950s. The collection includes photographs, film posters, personal memorabilia and displays about their lives and careers. It's the sort of place that works brilliantly if you're already fond of their films - you'll recognise faces, understand the references, laugh at the stories. If you're not, it'll feel rather niche and probably won't hold your attention for long.

Truth is, this isn't a sprawling attraction. You're looking at an hour, maybe ninety minutes if you read everything carefully. The museum sits conveniently in Grange-over-Sands itself, making it an easy stop if you're based at one of the nearby holiday parks like Old Park Wood or Haven Lakeland Leisure Park. It pairs well with a wander around the promenade or a cream tea - Grange has the sort of gentle seaside character that suits a rainy afternoon break.

The real question: are you travelling with die-hard Laurel and Hardy fans? If yes, absolutely worth the detour. If you're dragging reluctant teenagers or young children who've never heard of them, they'll likely get restless quickly. For anyone who appreciates British cinema history or comedy from that era, though, it's a proper little treasure. Worth checking opening hours before you visit - smaller museums sometimes keep irregular schedules.