St Mary Church, Colkirk

The church sits quietly on the village street in Colkirk, a few miles east of Fakenham, and it's exactly the sort of Norfolk parish church that rewards a short stop during a park holiday. St Mary Church dates back to medieval times, with the sort of solid flint walls and timber roof that speak to centuries of Sunday services and village life. Inside, there's genuine character - proper old pews, decent stained glass, and the kind of peaceful atmosphere you actually get in active parish churches rather than museum pieces.

It's the real deal for anyone interested in rural Norfolk history, though families with small children might find twenty minutes enough before the novelty wears off. The churchyard is pleasant for a wander if the weather's decent. No great architectural drama here, but that's rather the point - this is what English village religion looks like when nobody's trying too hard to impress.

If you're staying at Wild Meadow Glamping Norfolk just down the road, it's a sensible two-minute detour before heading into Fakenham proper. Free to look around, naturally, and there's rarely a queue. Check locally for opening times if you're planning a specific visit, as parish churches can be hit or miss. Worth the walk from your glamping pod if you've got half an hour to spare and like that quiet, unglamorous side of Norfolk.