Church of St Michael, Broome

The Church of St Michael sits in the village of Broome, just east of Bungay, a solid flint-and-stone building that's been standing here since medieval times. It's the kind of place you stumble upon while walking Norfolk's quiet lanes rather than plan a trip around, but it rewards the detour. Inside, there's genuine character - the sort of pared-back Norfolk interior where you can actually hear yourself think, unlike some of the tourist-heavy churches inland.

It works best for people who genuinely enjoy church architecture and local history. If you're after bells and whistles, you'll be disappointed. But if you like the feeling of stepping into centuries of village life, this does it quietly and honestly. The walk here from Bungay is pleasant enough, and the surrounding countryside gives you proper reason to be in the area.

Free entry, and there's no faffing about with opening hours - it's one of those village churches that's usually accessible during daylight. You won't need more than thirty minutes inside, maybe an hour if you're the sort who reads every memorial and takes notes.

If you're camping nearby - and Wardley Hill Campsite is barely a mile away, with Dawn Chorus Holidays' glamping just four miles off - this fits neatly into a morning walk before heading elsewhere. It's the kind of addition that gives a Norfolk break texture rather than a destination in itself. The Wildings Elms Meadow is five miles out if you prefer a larger site. Worth knowing about, not worth planning around.