St Mary Magdalene Church, Cobham

The church sits bang in the middle of Cobham village, a squat medieval building that you'd easily walk past if you weren't looking. But step inside St Mary Magdalene and you're confronted with something genuinely striking - the interior is packed with brasses and tombs that span centuries. We're talking properly old stuff here, the sort of monuments that make you realise how long people have been dying in the same spot.

What makes it different from other Kent churches is the sheer density of memorial brasses set into the floor and walls. There's real craftsmanship in them, and if you're into that sort of thing - family history buffs, architecture types, anyone with an eye for detail - you could spend a solid hour photographing and reading inscriptions. The stained glass is modest but pleasant, and the general atmosphere is one of quiet continuity.

Historically minded visitors will get the most from a visit here. Kids might manage twenty minutes before the novelty of looking at dead people's names wears off. The location works well if you're staying at Badgells Wood Camping just down the road in Meopham - you could knock this over on a wet afternoon without breaking your stride. Admission appears to be free, which is refreshing. There's no set opening hours listed, so church visiting rules apply: check before you show up, and be respectful of services. It's the sort of place that rewards a slow look rather than a quick rush through.