St Mary Magdalene Church, Gedney

The tower of St Mary Magdalene rises out of the Cambridgeshire flatlands like a statement of intent - all limestone and Perpendicular Gothic, impossible to miss as you approach Gedney from Spalding. This is proper medieval architecture, the kind that makes you understand why people built upwards when the horizon stretches for miles in every direction.

Inside, it's surprisingly spacious and light. The 14th-century stonework has aged gracefully, and there's a real sense of accumulated history - not overdone with interpretation boards or velvet ropes, just a functioning parish church that happens to be several hundred years old. Walkers on the Lincolnshire flatlands routes will appreciate the detour; it's the sort of landmark you spot from a distance and feel compelled to visit.

This isn't a destination that demands hours of your time. Allow 20 minutes to poke about, longer if you're into church architecture. There's no admission charge as far as I can tell, though you'll want to check opening times before heading over. If you're based at any of the local caravan parks - Delph Bank is practically on the doorstep at under half a mile away - it makes an easy morning walk. The Lawns and Laurel Park are equally close by. The real draw is context: Gedney itself is a proper working village, and the church anchors it. The Fens can feel relentless, and landmarks like this give you a reason to slow down and look upwards.