St. Gregory's

There's a rather lovely little church tucked away in Wraysbury, just outside London proper, that most people thunder past without a second glance. St Gregory's has been standing there since medieval times, though what you see now is largely Victorian restoration work - and honestly, it's been done with restraint rather than the heavy-handed stuff you get elsewhere.

The interior is surprisingly peaceful given how close you are to the M25. There's proper stained glass, decent medieval stonework if you know where to look, and the kind of quiet that reminds you why people bothered building these places in the first place. It's not a showstopper - you won't spend three hours here - but it's worth twenty minutes if you're in the area, particularly if you're cycling round the Thames Valley or staying at Lovat Parks nearby.

Historically minded visitors will get more from it than casual droppers-in. The churchyard's worth a wander too, though it's not the sort of place to bring restless kids expecting drama. Families using Lovat Parks as their base would do better spending time on the water itself, but if the weather turns and you need a dry diversion, this does the job.

No admission charge as far as I can establish, though opening hours seem variable. Best bet is to try the door during daylight and see what you find. It's authentic without trying too hard - which is rather refreshing actually.