St Richard's Church

The church sits quietly on the edge of Bognor Regis, a proper slice of old England that most seaside visitors walk straight past. St Richard's is a medieval building with genuine character - thick stone walls, decent stained glass, and the kind of peaceful interior that makes you remember why people still visit churches on holiday.

It's worth a quick stop if you're already in town, though don't expect to spend hours here. Twenty minutes to half an hour covers a proper look round. The building itself tells its story without needing a guide - medieval craftsmanship you can actually feel rather than just read about. If you're staying at Butlins or Haven Church Farm Holiday Village nearby, it's an easy walk to clear your head before returning to the holiday park bustle.

Historically minded visitors will find it interesting; families with restless kids probably won't linger. The real appeal is that it's genuine and underfussed - no entrance fee theatre, no gift shop, just a church doing what churches do. Free admission as far as I can tell, though opening hours seem to vary with the seasons.

Pair it with a walk around Bognor town centre or head towards Chichester Lakeside Holiday Park's direction if you want a longer outing. It's the sort of place that rounds out a beach holiday nicely without demanding much effort. Don't make a special trip, but do slip in if you're passing through.