Corpus Christi Church

The first thing that strikes you about Corpus Christi Church is how quietly it sits on the edge of Nottingham, easy to miss if you're not paying attention. This is a working Catholic church with serious architectural credentials - Victorian Gothic done properly, all soaring arches and genuine craftsmanship rather than pastiche. Inside, the light hits the stained glass in ways that make you stop and actually look, which is rarer than it should be.

It's the sort of place that rewards a proper visit rather than a quick dash through. History buffs will appreciate the period detail; anyone with an interest in ecclesiastical architecture will find plenty to absorb. Families with older children who can sit still for twenty minutes won't find it a slog, though it's not exactly interactive.

Best visited mid-week when it's genuinely quiet and you can hear yourself think. Check ahead for opening times as it's an active parish church, not a museum - you'll want to be respectful of service schedules. Entry is free, naturally.

If you're camping nearby - and there are proper options within five miles, including Midshires Way Campsite with its alpacas and the glamping at Wolds Wine Estate - a visit here breaks up the day well. It's not demanding: an hour maximum, including a wander round the churchyard. Pairs well with a potter around Nottingham's city centre rather than as a standalone destination, but it's exactly the sort of thoughtful addition that elevates a park holiday beyond just leisure time.