All Saints Church : Barrowby

All Saints Church sits quietly on the edge of Barrowby, a village just outside Grantham, and it's exactly the sort of parish church that rewards a quick diversion if you're staying nearby. The building itself dates back centuries - all stone and sturdy Anglican practicality - with the kind of interior that feels properly lived-in rather than museumified. You'll find decent medieval work if you know where to look, though this isn't a show-stopper in the way some Lincolnshire churches are.

It's the sort of place walkers stumble upon mid-ramble and think, "Right, five minutes in here, then we'll crack on." The churchyard is peaceful enough for a sit-down if the weather's decent. History types will appreciate the bones of the place, but don't expect signage or interpretation - you'll need to bring your own knowledge or grab a guide if one's available at the door.

If you're based at Wagtail Country Park, only a couple of miles away, it's a natural add-on to a morning walk rather than a destination in itself. Free entry, as these things usually are. There's no café or facilities, so don't expect to spend hours here. Realistically, you're looking at twenty minutes unless you're genuinely into church architecture. Worth a look if you're passing, but don't rearrange your itinerary specifically for it.