Cannon Lane Methodist Church

A modest Victorian Methodist chapel on the edge of Watford, Cannon Lane is the sort of place you'll drive past a dozen times before actually stopping to look. The building itself - red brick, proper proportions, decent bell tower - speaks to an era when nonconformist congregations took their architecture seriously, even if they weren't throwing unlimited budgets at stone gargoyles and flying buttresses.

Inside, it's straightforward and sincere. Wooden pews, clear glass windows, the kind of plain-spoken aesthetic that Methodist communities favoured. There's a real sense of continuity here - this building has been doing its job for generations, and you can feel it. Worth a visit if you're into Victorian religious architecture or have genuine interest in Methodist heritage, but let's be honest: you're not clearing a morning for this alone.

The real reason to come is if you're staying at one of the nearby parks - Heritage Park Homes at Bushey Hall, Wyatts Covert if you're in a caravan, or Home Farm Glamping if you're after something more comfortable. Cannon Lane sits within walking distance of Watford town centre, so you can combine a quiet look at the chapel with a proper nose around the high street. Aldenham Country Park, five and a half miles off, is a far better bet for families needing space to roam.

Stops for curiosity rather than wow-factor. Bring a camera if Victorian brick and stone appeals to you, otherwise this is a quiet moment rather than a destination.