Saint Peter and Saint Paul

The moment you walk into Saint Peter and Saint Paul in Boston, you're struck by the sheer verticality of the place. This isn't some modest parish church - it's a proper medieval tower that dominates the Lincolnshire skyline and has done for centuries. The Stump, as locals call it, rises 272 feet and you can see it for miles across the flat fenland landscape.

Inside, it's all soaring arches and intricate stonework. The church itself is substantial - fifteenth century mostly, with some earlier bits if you know what to look for. The stained glass is decent, the roof carvings have real character, and the whole space feels genuinely lived-in rather than museum-like. You're sharing it with the occasional tourist and the odd regular at prayer, not queuing behind crowds.

It works best for architecture enthusiasts and anyone who appreciates proper English ecclesiastical spaces. History types will get more from it if they understand perpendicular Gothic styling, but even if medieval churches aren't your thing, the building's ambition is hard to ignore. Allow an hour to look around properly without rushing.

If you're staying at Orchard Holiday Park or Appletree Holiday Park nearby - both a short drive away - it's absolutely worth an afternoon visit. Free entry, no faffing about with opening hours typically, though it's worth checking locally. Boston itself has enough restaurants and shops to make a half-day of it. The tower climb, if available, offers genuine views across the fens. Worth the trip.