Kenton Baptist Church

The solid Victorian brick facade of Kenton Baptist Church sits quietly on the edge of Borehamwood, the sort of place you'd miss if you weren't looking for it. Built in the 1800s, it's a straightforward chapel - no ornate stonework or soaring spires, just honest nonconformist architecture that tells you exactly what it is.

Inside, the layout is typical of Baptist churches from that era: a modest sanctuary with a pulpit that commands attention and galleries running along the sides. The woodwork is decent enough, the light comes through simple windows, and there's a real sense of community use rather than heritage museum atmosphere. If you're interested in 19th-century religious architecture or tracing family history (Baptist records can be surprisingly detailed), it's worth a visit.

Truth is, this won't occupy you for more than twenty minutes, and that's being generous. It works best as part of a wider ramble around Borehamwood rather than a destination in itself. The town's got enough Victorian character scattered about to make an hour or two worthwhile if you're into that sort of thing.

If you're staying at one of the nearby parks - Aldenham Country Park is your closest option at under four miles - and fancy a gentle walk into town, the church makes a reasonable stop. Just ring ahead or check if there's a service on; churches can be locked outside opening hours, and you'll want to know before you make the trip.