So, next time you’re stuck in Crawley—maybe your flight’s delayed, or you’ve taken a wrong turn on the A23—do yourself a favour. Stroll to the Friary Church of St Francis and St Anthony. Duck inside. Sit down. Don’t feel pressured to do anything holy. Just be there for a moment.
It’s a weird little pocket of peace in a town that’s mostly car parks and coffee chains. And if you see me there, don’t judge. I’ll be the one in the back row, neutrally trying to will my phone battery back to 100%. Saints might not do tech, but a quiet space sure helps the sanity. Go. Seriously. Your inner grump will thank you.
