Politicians

The Politicians is a proper old coaching inn in Beverley, and if you're after a genuine slice of Yorkshire heritage, it's worth knowing about. This 17th-century building has the kind of creaky floors and low doorways that tell you straight away it's been standing here for centuries - no polishing it up into something it's not. The place served as a stopping point for travellers heading through East Yorkshire, and the building itself is the main draw rather than any museum experience. You'll spot it on the main street, the sort of landmark locals point out without thinking twice.

History buffs will find it interesting enough, though you won't spend hours here - more of a ten-minute stop to appreciate the architecture and imagine the comings and goings of previous centuries. It's the kind of place that anchors Beverley's character rather than stands apart from it. Free to view from outside, obviously, though access to interiors depends on current use.

If you're camping at Manor Farm or Butt Farm nearby, Beverley itself is well worth a proper morning's wander - the minster cathedral is genuinely stunning, and the town centre has kept much of its old character. The Politicians fits naturally into that walk around town rather than being a reason to visit on its own. Pair it with the Georgian architecture along the high street and you'll get a decent sense of how Beverley has evolved. The ale houses and cafes dotted about make it an easy spot to base yourself from either caravan park.