Periwinkle sculpture

You'll find this bronze sculpture quietly tucked away in Sussex, a few miles from Chichester. It's a rather lovely piece - nothing massive or showy, just a carefully crafted periwinkle that stops you dead when you round the corner. The sort of thing that makes you go 'oh, right' and suddenly you're standing there longer than you meant to.

There's no visitor centre or coffee stand, which honestly adds to its charm. It's the kind of spot where you can actually think, where you're not fighting through crowds or being sold something. Families with younger kids might find it a bit of a puzzle - they'll want to know why we're looking at a flower - but for anyone who appreciates sculpture and the quiet satisfaction of finding something off the beaten track, it's well worth the minor detour.

If you're staying at West Sands Holidays nearby, this makes a decent leg-stretch from the caravan. Ten minutes' drive, a short walk, then back for lunch. Don't expect an hour's outing - you'll see it, appreciate the craftsmanship, and be on your way. Bring a camera though. The light catches it differently depending on when you visit, and it photographs rather better than you'd expect for something so understated. Go when Chichester isn't mad with tourists, and you'll likely have it to yourself.