With the lengthy summer holidays stretching ahead and the cost of family outings soaring, parents are on the lookout for affordable ways to entertain their children.
YorkshireLive's Tom Kershaw has taken up the challenge of finding as many wallet-friendly yet fun activities for himself and his family.
Faced with his children's pleas for a beach day during the sunny season, Tom packed up the car on a Sunday morning and set off for Bridlington.
With parking fees, ice creams, and other costs in mind, he aimed to keep the day's spending below £20. The family opted for South Beach in Bridlington, drawn by its appealing sand and sea.
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