The Church of the Good Shepherd, Shoreham-by-Sea

The Church of the Good Shepherd sits right on Shoreham's waterfront, impossible to miss if you're walking along the beach or cycling the seafront path. It's a striking brick building with a tower that catches the light beautifully in the afternoon - built in the 1930s, so it's not your typical medieval parish church. Inside, the space is surprisingly calm and open, with decent stained glass and the kind of honest simplicity that marks twentieth-century ecclesiastical design.

Worth a quick stop rather than a destination in itself, really. History enthusiasts will appreciate its Art Deco touches and the way it reflects Shoreham's expansion as a seaside resort. Families with restless kids won't find much to hold attention beyond ten minutes, unless they're genuinely keen on architecture. The real appeal is the setting - it's perfectly positioned for combining with a beach walk or a cycle ride, especially if you're staying at Eastern Sands or Beach Park nearby.

Admission is free, and there's no fixed opening times to worry about - just turn up. Allow fifteen minutes maximum to look round properly. It's the sort of place you'll stumble upon and think "oh, that's rather nice" rather than something you'd plan a day around. If you're based in Lancing or any of the local caravan parks, it makes a pleasant detour on an afternoon exploring the seafront. The real gem for architecture buffs is seeing it from the water if you've got access to a boat, but from the promenade it's charming enough.