St Margaret's Church

The church sits quietly on the edge of Huntingdon, its stone walls catching the light in a way that makes you understand why people have worshipped here for centuries. St Margaret's is a proper medieval building - the sort of place where you can run your hand along carvings that someone made when the Plantagenets were still ruling, and it actually means something.

Inside, the space opens up with that particular calm that old churches do. There's decent stained glass, the usual Victorian additions that churches seem to accumulate, and enough architectural detail to keep history types engaged for a good thirty minutes. It's not flashy or trying to impress - just solid, functional worship space that's been doing its job for about seven centuries.

The real appeal for families staying at Wyton Lakes or Huntingdon Boathaven is that this isn't a tick-box tourist trap. Kids won't be bored stiff, especially if you time a visit around an actual service or event - there's something properly atmospheric about that. It's a short drive or decent walk from either caravan park, which makes it an easy afternoon outing.

Go on a clear day when the light's coming through from the west side. Bring a camera if you're into architectural details. If you're the sort who enjoys understanding how people actually lived in a place, rather than just consuming views, this is exactly the right kind of stop. Free to enter, naturally. Allow about forty-five minutes unless you're the thorough type.