Saint Fabian and Sebastian

The church sits quietly in Woodbastwick, a few miles east of Wroxham, and it's one of those Norfolk buildings that rewards a detour if you're into medieval architecture. Saint Fabian and Sebastian is a proper 15th-century parish church with a round tower - that distinctive Norman feature you spot across East Anglia - and the interior has enough carved detail to keep you occupied for a good half hour.

Walkers and history enthusiasts will find it worth the stop. The church opens from 9:30am to sunset in winter, extending to 5:30pm March through November, so plan accordingly if you're visiting December to February. It's free to wander in, which makes it an easy addition to a broader Norfolk Broads exploration.

If you're based at one of the nearby caravan parks - Clippesby Hall or Hickling Campsite are both within six miles - this works as a gentle morning walk before heading to the water. The village itself is compact; you won't need more than 45 minutes here unless you're really keen on brass rubbings or church monuments.

Honestly, it's not a destination in itself. But if you're cycling the Broads or staying put for a week, it's the sort of local church that adds texture to a Norfolk holiday. The round tower photographs well, and there's something rather nice about stepping into a building that's been here for 500 years while holidaymakers buzz past on the rivers just beyond.