St Mark's Church

St Mark's Church sits just outside Horsham, a solid Victorian presence that rewards a quiet detour if you're camping in the area. It's not going to blow your mind - it's a proper nineteenth-century parish church, built when the Victorians were still convinced they could improve on medieval architecture. Inside you'll find the usual high ceilings, stained glass, and that particular smell of old wood and hymn books that either soothes you or leaves you cold depending on your temperament.

The real draw is the walk itself. Horsham's surrounded by decent camping spots - Sands Farm and Raylands Country Park are both within a couple of miles - and St Mark's makes for a pleasant morning amble if you need to stretch your legs between fishing trips or country rambles. The churchyard's peaceful, the kind of place where you might actually hear birds instead of traffic.

You won't need more than thirty minutes here, honestly. It's free to visit and generally accessible during daylight hours, though it's worth checking locally when you arrive since opening times can be erratic for smaller churches. Families won't find it thrilling - kids get bored after five minutes in most churches - but if you're staying at one of the nearby campsites and fancying a walk into Horsham, it's a reasonable stop along the way. Worth the detour? Only if you're already in the area and fancy something quiet.