St Thomas on the Bourne C of E Church

The church sits quietly on the edge of Moor Park, just outside Farnham, and it's one of those places that rewards a bit of wandering off the main drag. St Thomas on the Bourne is a proper medieval structure - the sort of building that makes you realise how old this corner of Surrey actually is. The stone walls have a story or two to tell, and if you're into ecclesiastical architecture, there's enough detail here to spend a good hour poking about.

It works best for history-minded walkers rather than families with young children looking for entertainment. The churchyard itself is peaceful, the kind of spot where you can actually hear yourself think. If the church is open - and this is the bit where you'll need to check locally, as opening hours aren't always advertised - the interior is worth a look. Medieval churches often surprise you with hidden corners and old memorials.

If you're basing yourself at Tilford Woods Lodge Retreat, just 2.8 miles away, or Little Cowdray Farm Glamping further out, this makes an easy detour on a gentle afternoon walk. Pair it with a ramble along the Bourne stream or head into Farnham town centre for a proper lunch afterwards. It's not the sort of place you'd travel hours for, but if you're already in the area, it's absolutely worth twenty minutes of your time. No admission charge, no fuss - just a church that's been doing its thing for centuries.