Saint George

The Church of Saint George sits on the high street in Halesworth, a solid flint and stone structure that's been the spiritual heart of this market town since the 15th century. Walk through those heavy wooden doors and you'll find yourself in a proper Norfolk church - high ceilings, decent windows letting in proper light, and the kind of peaceful atmosphere that makes you actually want to sit down for ten minutes.

What strikes you most is the scale of the place. For a town the size of Halesworth, it's remarkably grand, with a tower that dominates the skyline. The interior rewards a slow walk - there are monuments worth examining, and if you catch the light at the right time of day, the stonework glows. It's the sort of church that appeals to architecture types and local history enthusiasts more than it might to impatient kids, though the tower climb (if open) would break up a longer visit.

The real draw is the sense of continuity. This building has watched Halesworth change hands and fortunes over six centuries. If you're camping at Green Haven just down the road, it's a straightforward walk into town to have a poke around. Free to enter, no faffing about with opening hours - just turn up and try the door. Allow half an hour if you're thorough, fifteen minutes if you're just after a quick look. Best visited on a weekday morning when the place is genuinely quiet.