St Peter ad Vincula Church

The church sits quietly in the village of Wisborough Green, just a few miles south of Pulborough, and it's one of those places that rewards a proper wander. St Peter ad Vincula - that's St Peter in Chains to you and me - dates back to the 12th century, which means it's seen Sussex life unfold for nearly 900 years. The building itself is modest, honest brick and stone without the showiness of grander parish churches, but that's precisely what makes it worth stopping for.

Inside, there's a real sense of continuity. Medieval wall paintings survive in patches, and the timber roof speaks to centuries of local craftsmanship. The churchyard is the kind of place where you linger - proper graves from centuries past, yew trees that have probably outlived ten generations of the village.

This isn't a destination that'll occupy a whole afternoon, but it's exactly the sort of stop that makes sense if you're based at one of the nearby glamping spots - Wakestone & Wild, Goweco, or Riverside Farm are all within a 20-minute drive. History enthusiasts and anyone interested in medieval Sussex architecture will find genuine value here. Families might feel it's a bit quiet unless the kids are genuinely into old churches, but it's free to visit and works well as a gentle break during a walking day around the Pulborough area.

Go on a clear morning when the light falls properly through the windows. You'll have the place to yourself.