SS Peter & Paul

The twin spires of SS Peter & Paul rise above Atherstone's high street like something from a medieval postcard, and stepping inside feels properly rewarding if you're into church architecture. This is a Perpendicular Gothic job - all soaring arches and intricate stonework - with the kind of detail that makes you slow down and actually look up for once.

It's the sort of place that appeals most to history buffs and anyone with a taste for ecclesiastical craftsmanship. Kids will get restless quickly unless they're the type who enjoy hunting for carved details and old memorials. The church has seen centuries of Atherstone life roll through its doors, and that weight of history comes across even if you're just popping in for twenty minutes.

Admission appears to be free, which is standard for working churches in England. Allow thirty minutes to an hour if you want to actually take in the stonework rather than just ticking a box. There's no particular season that makes it better - it's the same all year round.

If you're staying at Nightingales Rustic Camping just a few miles away, it's a straightforward drive into town to have a look round. The church sits centrally enough that you can combine it with a browse of Atherstone's town centre without losing half your morning. Worth the detour if you're passing through, though it won't occupy a full afternoon on its own.