Little Wold Vineyard

The rolling chalk hills around Brough hide something you wouldn't expect in Yorkshire - a working vineyard that's been quietly producing wine since the 1980s. Little Wold sits on south-facing slopes where the soil and microclimate actually allow grapes to flourish, and a visit here feels less like a tourist tick-box and more like stumbling onto a genuine local operation.

What you get depends on when you visit. During summer, the vines stretch across the hillside in neat rows - worth a walk around if you're into viticulture, though it's hardly dramatic scenery. The real draw comes at harvest time or if they're running tours, when you can see how English sparkling wine gets made on a small scale. It's the sort of place that rewards curiosity but won't keep you entertained for hours on end.

Families with older kids might enjoy it as part of a wider afternoon - something a bit different from the usual park routine. Wine enthusiasts will find it more compelling than casual visitors. Bear in mind you'll want to ring ahead about opening times and whether tastings are on - it's not the sort of spot with predictable weekday hours.

Stay nearby at William's Den, Willow Pond, or Little Wold Away Glamping (all rated 5.0), and you're only minutes from the vineyard. It works as a pleasant diversion when the weather's decent, not as a full morning's activity. Proper job if you're into wine or want to explore East Yorkshire's quieter corners.