Bryn Moriah Evangelical Church

The whitewashed chapel sits alone on a hillside above Carmarthen, and there's something rather moving about that isolation. Bryn Moriah Evangelical Church is a proper working Welsh chapel - not a museum piece or tourist attraction, but a functioning place of worship that's been serving this corner of Carmarthenshire for generations.

It's the kind of building you stumble upon rather than deliberately seek out, which is half its charm. The exterior is simple, almost austere - white walls, a slate roof, the sort of no-nonsense architecture that speaks volumes about the congregations who built it. The interior, from what you can see if services aren't happening, maintains that same uncluttered honesty.

This is really for people with a genuine interest in Welsh religious history or chapel architecture, rather than casual tourists. Walking up the hill rewards you with decent views across the surrounding countryside, so it works well as a leg-stretch if you're based nearby. The nearest accommodation options - Embrace the Space's luxury glamping yurts just down the road or Woodland Rise Camping slightly further out - make this the sort of spot you'd discover while staying in the area rather than drive miles to visit.

Go if you're interested in how rural Welsh communities sustained themselves spiritually. Don't go expecting grandeur or facilities. Check ahead before visiting to catch opening times or services, as it's not set up as a tourist draw. It's genuine, and that's worth something.