Boundary Stone No 24 Manor of Congresbury

You'll find this one on a country lane just outside Congresbury, a few miles south of Bristol - it's essentially a weathered stone marker that's been sitting in the same spot since the 1600s. The boundary stone itself is fairly modest, nothing that'll make you gasp, but if you're into the bones of how England was carved up and managed, it's genuinely interesting. These stones marked the edges of medieval manors, and this particular one has survived centuries of ploughing and neglect to tell that story.

It's the kind of stop that rewards walkers properly. You can't really make a day of it alone - fair to say ten minutes covers the experience - but combined with a ramble across the Somerset levels or a visit to nearby villages, it slots in perfectly. Best approached as part of a longer countryside walk rather than a destination in its own right. Historians and keen map-readers will get more from it than most; casual visitors might find it a bit underwhelming if they're expecting something grander.

The real value is being here if you're camping in the area. Somerset Glamping, The Batch Campsite, and Wild Goose Glamping are all within a couple of miles, making this an easy morning detour before heading further into the Mendips. Free to visit, naturally - it's just sitting there in a field. Head out early to avoid the afternoon crowds, though honestly, you're unlikely to share the space with anyone.