Saint Andrews

The church sits quietly in West Dereham, a few miles east of King's Lynn, and it's exactly the sort of Norfolk parish church that rewards a slow wander. St Andrew's has that proper medieval feel - all flint and stone, with a tower that's been watching over the village for centuries. Inside, you'll find the sort of details that make church visits worthwhile: medieval roof bosses, a decent font, and enough history pressed into the walls to keep anyone interested for a solid half-hour.

This is squarely for the history-minded or anyone after a peaceful moment away from the park. It won't keep young children entertained for long, but if you're staying at one of the nearby caravan parks - Golden Beach is less than two miles away, or Manor Caravan Park just over three - it's an easy detour worth making. The walk through the village itself is pleasant enough, and there's something calming about stepping into a church that's been doing the same job for 800 years.

Admission is free, as it should be. No fancy visitor centre, no gift shop, just a church doing what churches do. Go on a weekday if you want absolute quiet. Allow twenty minutes to half an hour unless you're genuinely keen on medieval architecture, in which case you might stay longer. It pairs nicely with exploring the broader Norfolk landscape - the fens and market towns aren't far away, and Woodland Holiday Park or Waxham Sands work well as bases if you want to string together a few local visits.