Church of St. Swithun upon Kingsgate

This was once a not uncommon position for a place of worship in England, but St. Swithun's is the only one remaining today. The interior of this tiny church is very plain, with whitewashed walls and an unadorned wooden ceiling. Sit for a moment in the simple wooden pews and it is hard not to feel a sense of peace.

• free

Address

Saint Swithun Street, SO23 9JP

Getting there

perched atop the arch of the Kingsgate, one of the two surviving city gates

Hours

Open during daylight hours except for occasional services.

Price

Free (but donations gratefully accepted)