Emmanuel Church

The soaring Victorian tower of Emmanuel Church dominates the skyline as you approach March from most directions. It's a proper statement - red brick and stone detailing that speaks to the town's 19th-century prosperity when the railways arrived and the Fens suddenly felt less remote. Inside, the church is light and spacious, with the sort of high ceilings that make you crane your neck. The stained glass is decent without being show-stopping, and there's a real sense of the community that built this place and still worships here today.

Historians will find the architecture interesting - it's solidly Victorian, built when tastes ran to height and grandeur rather than medieval charm. If you're cycling or walking around March itself, it's worth ducking in to break up the journey. The walk up the nave alone takes five minutes, so don't plan a lengthy visit unless you're the type who reads every brass plaque.

Admission is free, and it's typically open during daylight hours - though if you're planning a specific visit, it's worth ringing ahead. The church works well as part of a wider explore of March town centre rather than a destination in itself. If you're staying at Fields End Water or Fenland Camping, both within easy striking distance, you could combine this with a walk along the riverbanks and a proper look at the town's market square. The Fens have a particular charm that sneaks up on you, and this church is right at the heart of it.