St Martin's Church

The church sits right in Cromer itself, a solid medieval structure that most visitors to this Norfolk seaside town walk straight past without a second glance. That would be a mistake. Step inside and you're looking at some genuinely interesting medieval architecture - the sort of thing that rewards a quiet twenty minutes of poking about.

What you're getting is a proper parish church with the bones of 14th and 15th century work. The interior has that particular smell and light that only old churches manage - something between stone dust and time. There's real character here, the kind you don't manufacture. Whether the stained glass catches your eye or you're more interested in the carved details, it's the sort of place that works for anyone with even a passing interest in Norfolk's medieval past.

It's free to visit, which helps. There's no set opening hours posted, so if you're serious about it, ring ahead or try mid-morning when churches tend to be open. Realistically, give it twenty to thirty minutes - enough to look properly without overdoing it.

If you're staying at one of the caravan sites nearby - Forest Park is basically on the doorstep, or Woodland just 2.3 miles away - it's a five-minute detour while exploring Cromer proper. Don't make it the focus of your day, but if you're already in town for the seafront, the pier, or fish and chips, it's well worth the walk.