All Saints' Church, Babworth

The church itself is a proper medieval affair, sat quietly in the village of Babworth just outside Retford. All Saints' has that solid, no-nonsense charm you find in many Nottinghamshire parish churches - stone walls, a decent bell tower, and the kind of interior that rewards a slow wander. It's the sort of place where you half expect to find a vicar fussing over the flower arrangements.

What makes it worth the detour is the history. This isn't some Victorian rebuild - there's real medieval work here, and if you're into that period, you'll spot the architectural details that matter. The church has genuinely interesting features, though you'll want to check opening hours before you drive over, as it's not always open to visitors. Ring Retford's tourism office or the parish to confirm.

It's a solid stop for anyone doing the Clumber Park circuit - you're only 4-5 miles from the Clumber Park Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite or the NT lodges, so it fits neatly into a church-spotting morning before heading to the main attraction. Don't expect to spend more than 30 minutes here unless you're genuinely absorbed by medieval ecclesiastical architecture.

Families with young kids might find it a bit quiet and contemplative - there's no interactive element, just a beautiful old building. But for walkers and history types, it's exactly the kind of unheralded find that makes a Midlands holiday more interesting than just the big parks.