St Margaret's Church

The little church sits quietly on the edge of Hulme End, easy to miss if you're not paying attention. St Margaret's is a proper gem - modest in scale but absolutely worth stopping for if you're camping or caravanning in the area. It's the kind of place that rewards the curious traveller, with enough character to warrant a twenty-minute wander around the churchyard and a look inside if it's open.

What draws people here is partly the setting and partly the history baked into the fabric of the building itself. The church dates back centuries, and you can feel that weight when you step through the door. The interior is straightforward rather than showy - low ceilings, timber work, the sort of intimate spaces that make you want to speak quietly without being told to. Worth a proper look at the memorials and stonework if you're into that sort of thing.

This works particularly well as a stop during a caravan holiday based at one of the nearby sites - Hartington Hills or Bank House Farm Campsite are both within spitting distance, so it's ideal for a morning walk or an alternative to another drive around the High Peak. Don't expect a visitor centre or facilities. It's a working church, so opening hours depend on local schedules. Ring ahead or just try your luck - Staffordshire's rural churches have a way of yielding to patient visitors.