Pedlinge Chapel

A tiny whitewashed chapel sits alone in the Kent marshland between Hythe and the Romney Marsh, so small you could almost miss it. Pedlinge Chapel dates back to medieval times, though the exact century is lost to time - what remains is a wonderfully austere little church that feels genuinely isolated, surrounded by flat fields and the distant hum of the main road.

Inside, there's not much to see in terms of decoration or grandeur. The charm lies entirely in its age and remoteness. You're looking at original stonework, a simple altar, narrow windows - the sort of place that makes you think about the handful of people who would have trudged here on foot centuries ago. It's the kind of stop that appeals to architectural enthusiasts or anyone keen on rural church trails, rather than families wanting entertainment.

The walk here is the real point. It's accessible on foot from Hythe if you've got the time and sturdy shoes, though the final stretch involves some marshland terrain that can get boggy. There's no visitor centre, no tea room, no admission fee as far as I could establish - it's just a working church that happens to be historically significant and architecturally interesting. Allow an hour if you're making a proper trek out here from town.

If you're basing yourself at Cabu by the Sea nearby, this makes a decent afternoon detour for a quieter morning. Don't come expecting facilities or crowds. Come because you like the idea of standing in a 600-year-old building with nobody else around.