St Peter's Church, Hope

The church sits right in the middle of Hope village, a small stone building that's been watching over this corner of the Peak District for centuries. Step inside and you'll find yourself in a proper working parish church - nothing too showy, just solid English ecclesiastical architecture doing what it's meant to do. The interior is calm, with good stone work and the kind of peace you don't get anywhere else on a Sunday afternoon.

This is really for anyone who takes an interest in local history or wants a few quiet minutes away from the paths. If you're not particularly keen on churches, an hour will feel generous - twenty minutes and you're done. Walkers pass through Hope regularly and some make it their business to pop in; it's not a destination in itself, but rather a logical stop if you're exploring the village itself.

The real value here is the setting. Hope sits in proper walking country, close enough to Castleton that you could string together a decent day trip combining a few spots. Laneside Caravan Park is practically on the doorstep at just 0.4 miles away, and both it and Castleton Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite are rated highly for good reason - they're well-positioned for accessing the whole Hope Valley. If you're based at either one, the church is an easy detour rather than a pilgrimage. Admission should be free, as most parish churches are, though donations are appreciated.