St Mary's Church, Eastwell

The ruins of St Mary's Church sit quietly in the Kentish countryside near Eastwell, a striking reminder of what happens when a building outlives its congregation. What you're looking at is essentially a medieval shell - stone walls still standing, windows empty of glass, the interior open to the sky. It's not a working church anymore, which is precisely why it's worth the detour if you're camping nearby.

The structure itself dates back centuries, and there's something rather moving about walking through a space where services once echoed off these same walls. The stonework is genuinely impressive up close, and on a quiet afternoon you'll likely have the place entirely to yourself. Bring a camera if you're into photography - the light through those empty windows creates proper moody shots.

This works best for walkers and history types rather than young children, who'll get bored after ten minutes. Allow thirty minutes to have a proper look around and soak in the atmosphere. It's free to visit and accessible pretty much anytime, though overgrown grass in summer means you'll want decent shoes.

If you're based at Dunn Street Farm Campsite, it's barely over a mile away - essentially a morning's ramble through the fields. Pair it with exploring the wider Eastwell area and you've got a nice half-day out. For longer stays, Longberry Farm Glamping and Broadhembury Caravan Park are within easy driving distance if you fancy moving around the region.