Parish Church of St Augustine of Hippo

The Parish Church of St Augustine of Hippo sits quietly in Cleethorpes, a solid brick Victorian structure that most beach-goers walk straight past on their way to the seafront. It's not glamorous, but that's rather the point. Built in the 19th century when Cleethorpes was expanding as a resort, the church has the kind of honest, no-nonsense charm that defines the town itself.

Inside, there's decent stained glass and a properly maintained interior that speaks to genuine local care rather than tourist polish. The real draw is architectural rather than spiritual - if you're interested in Victorian church design and how seaside towns built their religious infrastructure during the boom years, it's worth an hour's wander. The craftsmanship is solid; nothing showy, everything competent.

History enthusiasts will get more from it than casual visitors. Children, frankly, will be bored after ten minutes unless they're genuinely into old buildings. It's free to visit, which is the only reason to go out of your way from Haven Cleethorpes Beach Holiday Park down the road.

Best suited to anyone staying in the area for a week who wants to break up beach days with something different. Pop in on a quieter afternoon - you'll likely have the place to yourself, which suits the atmosphere. Don't expect revelations, but do expect to see how ordinary people worshipped in Victorian seaside England. That's genuinely interesting if you're paying attention.