St James' Church : Rawcliffe

The medieval tower of St James' Church rises above the flat landscape of Rawcliffe like something from a Bruegel painting. It's a proper piece of Yorkshire heritage, standing in the village just outside Goole, and inside you'll find the kind of architectural details that reward a slow wander - medieval windows, old stonework, the bones of a building that's been here since the 14th century.

This isn't a showstopper attraction. You won't spend three hours here. But if you're based at Apple Blossom or Between Rivers for a caravan holiday, it's exactly the sort of local stop that breaks up a day nicely. Twenty minutes, half an hour maximum if you're the type who reads every brass plaque. The real value is in the walk itself - Rawcliffe sits in quiet countryside, and a circuit through the village and back to your campsite costs nothing and clears the head.

It's the kind of place that appeals to walkers and older visitors more than families with young kids. The church will likely be open during daylight hours - typical of rural churches - though it's worth checking locally. No admission charge, no gift shop, no fuss. That's rather the point.

The surrounding area is genuinely flat and open, which some find dull and others find peaceful. If you're after dramatic scenery, look elsewhere. If you're after a genuine slice of village life and don't mind landscape that won't set your camera on fire, this works well as part of a wider exploration of the Goole area.