St. Benedict's Church

The interior of St. Benedict's Church in Horncastle stops you dead. Medieval stonework, a proper chancel, and windows that have watched over this corner of Lincolnshire for centuries. It's not a showstopper in the way cathedrals are, but that's rather the point - this is a working parish church that still feels like one, not a museum piece.

The building itself dates back to the 12th century, though it's been patched and improved plenty of times since. You'll spot Norman features if you know what to look for, and the sort of quiet gravitas that comes from actual age rather than the heritage tourism treatment. The churchyard's worth a wander too, especially if you're into old epitaphs.

History buffs will get the most from a visit here - bring a guidebook or check ahead for information boards inside. It won't eat up your afternoon, but allow 30 minutes to have a proper look around. Horncastle itself is a decent enough market town if you need a coffee afterwards.

For a holiday at either New Farm Holidays or Wood Farm Camping, St. Benedict's works well as a gentle cultural half-hour break from park life. It's the sort of place that reminds you why you didn't just stay at a leisure centre. Free to visit, though giving something to the collection box is only decent.