St Andrew’s Church, Swanwick

St Andrew's Church sits in the heart of Swanwick, a small village just outside Alfreton in Derbyshire. It's a proper village church - the kind with real character that rewards a quiet wander round the churchyard if nothing else. The building itself has medieval roots, though like most parish churches it's been altered and restored over the centuries. If you can get inside, you'll find the usual mix of Victorian improvements and older stone work, plus whatever memorials and fixtures the local community has accumulated over generations.

This is really one for a slow morning stroll rather than a destination in itself. Church enthusiasts and local history types will get more out of a proper look round, but honestly, Swanwick's the sort of place you'd visit while exploring the wider area around Alfreton. The nearest caravan parks - Golden Valley and Riddings Wood are both within two miles - make it straightforward to pop over on foot or a short drive if you're staying put for a few days.

Check ahead for opening times and services; many village churches keep irregular hours. There's no charge to look around the churchyard, and it's a peaceful spot if you want ten minutes away from the campervan. Worth bundling into a walk that takes in the local lanes and countryside rather than planning a special trip.