Saint John's

The church sits right in Nantwich town centre, impossible to miss with its impressive red sandstone facade and that commanding tower. Saint John's is the sort of place that rewards a proper look-around if you've got even a passing interest in medieval architecture - the building itself tells the story of Cheshire's mercantile past better than any museum label could.

Inside, the scale is genuinely striking. High ceilings, intricate carved stonework, and windows that flood the space with light. The craftsmanship is worth stopping to examine, particularly if you've got teenagers old enough to appreciate the finer details rather than just wanting the tour finished. You'll spend a good half-hour here if you're thorough, less if you're just popping in between other bits of Nantwich.

It's free to enter - just check the door when you arrive since opening hours aren't always consistent. The position in town means it works brilliantly as a break point if you're exploring Nantwich's high street, which has some genuinely good independent shops and cafes. If you're staying at The Willows Touring Park, it's barely two miles away, close enough for a morning visit before heading out for the day.

Realistic take: it's not the sort of church that will blow your mind if you're not already interested in this period, but it absolutely justifies a visit if you like the bones and history of these places. Worth the walk from wherever you're parked.