Welton Water Sports Club

Welton Water Sports Club sits on the banks of the Humber near Brough, and it's the sort of place that gives you permission to actually mess about on the water without spending a fortune. The club runs everything from sailing and windsurfing to kayaking and canoeing, depending on the season and what the weather's doing. If you've got even passing interest in water sports, you can rock up and have a proper go at it.

It's best for anyone with a bit of experience or serious intent to learn properly. Kids can get involved too, though younger ones might find the sitting-around-waiting-for-wind side of sailing tedious. Families who are already into outdoor activities will get the most from it. The Humber estuary landscape is fairly industrial and windswept rather than picture-postcard stuff, but that's part of its honest charm.

You'll want to check ahead about membership requirements, lesson availability, and whether you need to book. Allow a good half-day minimum if you're having a lesson, longer if you're just joining in casual sessions. Brough is close by if you need supplies or a cup of tea afterwards.

If you're staying at one of the local parks - Willow Pond Caravan Site or Little Wold Away Glamping are both within striking distance - this is worth including in your itinerary if anyone in your group fancies getting on the water. It's genuine, active, and gives you something real to do beyond the holiday park boundary.