St Joseph R C Church

A modest red-brick Roman Catholic church sitting quietly on the edge of Malvern, St Joseph's is exactly the sort of Victorian-era place of worship you'll stumble across if you're walking the Malvern Hills or based at one of the nearby caravan parks. Built in the late 19th century when the town was becoming a fashionable spa destination, it's got that solid, no-nonsense style typical of working-class Catholic communities - nothing grand, nothing showy.

The interior is straightforward: decent stained glass, simple altar, the usual hymn boards. It's the kind of church that speaks to locals rather than tourists, and that's rather its charm. If you're staying at Bluebell Retreat Glamping or any of the caravan sites within a few miles - Malvern Hills Caravan and Motorhome Club or Blackmore Camping - it's a handy spot if you fancy a quiet moment during a holiday walk around the area.

This isn't a destination in itself. Go if you're interested in Victorian church architecture or need shelter from Malvern's notorious drizzle. Skip it if you're after something more visually striking - the town's priory church is far more impressive. Allow twenty minutes if you do call in. Opening hours and admission aren't always obvious, so check locally before making the journey. Really, St Joseph's works best as a waypoint when you're exploring Malvern properly - not the reason to visit, but a pleasant surprise when you find it.