Viking Boat Planter

You'll spot this one quite easily once you know where to look - a Viking boat-shaped planter sitting on display in North Yorkshire, a few miles from York. It's the kind of landmark that stops you in your tracks if you're driving through the area, though honestly, it's more of a quick photo stop than a destination in itself.

The planter is exactly what it sounds: a vessel carved or built to resemble a Viking longboat, planted with flowers or greenery. It appeals most to history enthusiasts and anyone with a soft spot for quirky roadside attractions. If you're travelling with kids, they'll get a kick out of spotting it, though you won't want to plan your entire day around it.

There's no entrance fee or ticketing involved - it's just there to see. You could stop for five minutes, snap a few photos, and move on. It works nicely as a diversion if you're based at Fox Hill Holiday Park or Bugthorpe Grange Glamping, both within a few miles, or if you're staying further afield at Yapham Holds or Flaxton Meadows. The location makes sense if you're exploring the wider York area and appreciate that oddball side of English heritage.

Worth a detour if you're passing? Probably not on its own. But if you're already in the neighbourhood, it's a proper bit of quirky fun and takes no time at all.