Church of the Good Shepherd

The Church of the Good Shepherd sits quiet and unassuming on the edge of Cambridge, a modest stone building that most people rush past without a second glance. Step inside and you're transported into something far more intimate than the grand colleges dominating the city centre. The interior is simple - proper English parish church stuff - with none of the theatrical grandeur you might expect from somewhere this close to one of Britain's most famous universities.

It's the sort of place that appeals to anyone wanting a genuine breather from Cambridge's relentless tourist treadmill. History enthusiasts will appreciate the fabric of the building itself, while those after a quiet contemplative space will find it genuinely peaceful. The church isn't a destination in itself - you won't spend hours here - but it's well worth a detour if you're exploring the quieter corners of the area.

If you're camping at Fen End Farm or The Orchard nearby, this makes an easy morning wander before heading back for breakfast. There's no fuss, no entry fee, no gift shop - just a church doing what churches do. The walk from Cambridge itself is manageable enough, though you'd want decent directions or a map. Go on a weekday morning if you can and you'll likely have the place entirely to yourself. That's rather the point of it.