Riverside Vineyard Church

The Riverside Vineyard Church sits quietly just outside Walton-on-Thames, a modern evangelical church that draws worshippers from across Surrey. It's not a grand medieval edifice - this is contemporary Christianity in action, housed in a functional building that prioritises community over architectural drama.

Unless you're specifically after a service or interested in how modern churches operate, it won't detain you long. The appeal here is entirely spiritual rather than sightseeing. Sunday services are the main draw, and the congregation tends to be welcoming to visitors. You'll find a mix of ages and backgrounds, which is fairly typical for this sort of independent church.

If you're staying at one of the nearby camping sites - Walton on Thames Camping Club is just 4 miles away, or Chertsey's option sits at 5 miles - and you're after a Sunday service with a relaxed vibe, it's worth investigating their schedule. The proximity to the River Thames means you could easily combine a visit with a walk along the towpath, which honestly offers far more in terms of actual scenery.

Families shouldn't expect activities or facilities geared toward children's entertainment, though most churches of this type do run Sunday schools. If you're after spiritual engagement rather than tourist attractions, fair enough. But for a holiday with kids, you'd get more value from the parks and riverside walks that dominate this stretch of Surrey.