St Anthony

The church itself sits quietly on the edge of Newmarket, a Victorian rebuild of something much older. Inside, there's decent stained glass and the sort of peaceful atmosphere you get in small English churches - no crowds, no fuss, just the smell of old stone and polish.

If you're staying at Piggles Retreat nearby, it's worth a quick visit on a morning walk, though honestly you won't need more than thirty minutes unless you're genuinely into ecclesiastical architecture. The graveyard's pleasant enough for a wander, and it gives you a proper sense of how the town has grown around it over centuries.

Honestly, St Anthony works best as a pit stop rather than a destination in itself. Come for the quiet, the light through the windows, and a bit of local history. It pairs well with exploring Newmarket's racing heritage - the town's far more interesting as a whole than any single building. The nearest park at Piggles Retreat is really your base here, and the church is a five-minute drive or longer walk if you've got the legs for it.

Admission's free, opening hours are typical for a parish church, so check locally before you head over. Bring the dog if you're staying in the holiday park - the churchyard's dog-friendly, and locals clearly do the same.