St. George’s Church, Worthing

The flint and stone tower of St. George's Church rises up from Worthing's streetscape with genuine character - it's the sort of building that makes you stop and actually look rather than scroll past. This is a proper parish church, medieval in its bones with enough later additions to make architecture types want to spend a good hour poking about inside. The interior has that particular English church quiet that feels almost too peaceful for the modern world.

It's not a tourist trap. You won't find gift shops or organised tours, which is precisely why it matters. If you're into church architecture or family history - the kind of person who enjoys rubbing brass rubbings or reading old memorials - this rewards a visit. The churchyard itself offers a bit of breathing space in what is otherwise a fairly busy coastal town just south of Lancing.

If you're staying at one of the nearby caravan parks like Beach Park or Eastern Sands, both within a couple of miles, St. George's makes a decent wet-weather afternoon or a quiet half-hour between beach trips. Admission appears to be free, though you'll want to check opening hours before you go - churches do keep their own schedule.

Honestly, it's not somewhere to plan a day around, but if you're in Worthing with the family and need a break from the seafront, it's worth the five-minute detour. Brings you back to earth after the pier and the amusements.