Fountain of Life

The Fountain of Life sits quietly in Hertfordshire, a working church that draws visitors after curiosity gets the better of them. It's the sort of place locals pass without thinking twice, but once you know it's there, the name lodges in your head. You'll find it within reach of Welwyn Garden City, making it a straightforward detour if you're staying at one of the caravan parks nearby - Commons Wood is barely a mile and a half away, so it's no hardship to pop over.

What you get is a functioning church space, which means visiting requires some respect for service times and worshippers. This isn't a museum or tourist attraction in the polished sense. It's a real parish church, the kind where people actually gather. If you're into church architecture or interested in how faith communities function in commuter-belt Hertfordshire, it's worth a look. The setting is pleasant enough without being dramatic - pastoral rather than spectacular.

Best suited to those with a genuine interest in local churches or anyone compiling a personal pilgrimage around Hertfordshire's religious buildings. Families with restless children will find it short on activity. Allow twenty minutes to half an hour if you do visit, probably not more. Admission is likely free or by donation, though you should check ahead before making the trip. Time your visit outside of services to avoid awkwardness. If you're based at one of the local parks for a caravan holiday, it's a pleasant five-minute drive as a quiet morning or afternoon aside from other activities in the area.