Walton Evangelical Church

The red brick Victorian building sits quietly on the edge of Walton, just a short drive from Chesterfield's famous crooked spire. Walton Evangelical Church is exactly what its name suggests - a straightforward Methodist chapel from the 1800s that's still very much in use by the local community. It won't take long to visit, but if you're interested in how ordinary people worshipped in the industrial heartland, it's worth a look.

You'll find a proper example of rural Victorian nonconformist architecture here. The chapel's simple lines and functional design tell you everything about the people who built it - no frills, no grand pretensions, just solid brick and clear glass. It's the sort of place that rewards a quiet visit rather than a quick photo stop.

Historians and anyone tracing local heritage will get more from it than most. If you're camping at one of the nearby glamping sites - Ernest's Retreat is closest at 2.4 miles, or Darwin Forest if you want something more established at 4.7 miles - it makes an easy diversion on a day exploring Derbyshire's lesser-known corners. Poolsbrook Country Park's caravan site is also within striking distance at 5.1 miles.

Best approached as part of a broader wander around Walton rather than a destination in itself. Contact Chesterfield's visitor information if you need specific opening times - the church keeps local hours rather than tourist ones. Free to look around, assuming you catch it open.