St Giles Anglican and Methodist Church

St Giles sits right in the heart of Market Harborough, a sturdy medieval church that's been through quite a bit - the Anglican-Methodist union left its mark architecturally, and you can read the history in the stonework if you know where to look. Inside, there's decent stained glass and the sort of solemn quiet you only get in proper old churches, the kind where your footsteps sound too loud and you end up whispering without meaning to.

It's worth a quick stop if you're already in town, particularly if you've got an interest in local religious history or just need a moment's peace away from the high street. The exterior's the real draw - the tower's quite striking, and the churchyard's a lovely spot to sit if the weather's decent. You won't need more than 20 minutes inside unless you're really into ecclesiastical architecture, but the building rewards a closer look.

Families with young kids might find it a bit austere, though the space is genuinely atmospheric. If you're staying at Lakeview Caravan Park just up the road, it's a handy afternoon wander into town - you can combine it with a poke around Market Harborough's independent shops and the Lion Hotel without adding much extra to your day. Check ahead for opening times since churches can be temperamental about visitors outside service hours, but this one tends to be accessible during daylight.