Hordley St Mary the Virgin,

The church sits quietly on the edge of Hordley, a proper village church that's been standing since medieval times. St Mary the Virgin is the kind of place you stumble upon rather than make a pilgrimage to, which is precisely what makes it worth a visit if you're staying nearby. The building itself is solid rather than spectacular - stone, sturdy, honest - with enough architectural interest to keep history buffs occupied for half an hour. Inside, you'll find the usual mix of old pews, stained glass, and the sort of peaceful atmosphere that only ancient churches can deliver. There's real quiet here, the kind that makes you lower your voice without thinking about it.

This works best as a stop-off rather than a destination in itself. You're only a few miles from Ellesmere, so it slots nicely into a walk around the local area. If you're staying at one of the caravan parks - Colemere, Archers' Meadow, Woodland Park Lodges, or Fernwood are all within a short drive - it's an easy addition to a morning's exploration. Families with older children will get something from it; younger kids will likely get bored after ten minutes unless they're the type who likes spotting gargoyles and old gravestones. Allow maybe twenty minutes inside, longer if you're into church architecture or want to sit and absorb the peace. Free to enter, as most village churches are. Go on a clear day if you can - the light through the windows is better, and the graveyard's worth a wander.