St. Laurence's Church

The Church of St. Laurence in Atherstone is a proper medieval affair - the sort of place that rewards a quiet wander if you're passing through Warwickshire. Built in the 14th century, it's got the heavy stone walls and pointed windows you'd expect, plus a tower that's been keeping watch over the town for centuries. Inside, there's genuine history: wall monuments, old brasses, the usual reverential hush.

It's not a major attraction that'll eat up your afternoon, but if you're staying at one of the nearby caravan parks - Nightingales Rustic Camping is only two miles away - it's absolutely worth the short drive into town for an hour's exploration. The church sits right in Atherstone's centre, so you can combine it with a look around the market town itself. History buffs will appreciate the medieval architecture and the layers of local stories embedded in the stonework.

Families with older kids might find it interesting enough, though younger ones may get restless. Allow 30 minutes to an hour depending on how much you want to absorb. It's free to enter - typical for parish churches - and you can usually just walk in during daylight hours, though visiting during services obviously isn't the time for sightseeing.

Don't make it your sole reason for a day out, but it's the sort of cultural stop that slots perfectly into a caravan holiday when you fancy a break from the park. Lime Tree and Ettie's Field are also within easy striking distance if you're based there.