Bwlch Y Corn

The little stone church at Bwlch Y Corn sits high in the Carmarthenshire hills, which is exactly where you want it to be - away from the fuss. It's a proper retreat, the kind of place where you can hear the wind properly and actually think. The building itself is modest, nothing flash, but there's something about old Welsh churches that gets under your skin. You're looking at a structure that's weathered centuries of Welsh weather, surrounded by countryside that hasn't changed much in living memory.

Walkers will appreciate the location most. It's not a destination in itself - you're not going to spend hours here - but it's a brilliant reason to get out into the valley. The church works best as a rest point on a longer ramble through the area, somewhere to pause and get your bearings. History enthusiasts might find themselves lingering longer, reading the weathered stones and imagining the generations who've gathered here.

The nearest town is Carmarthen, about 30 minutes' drive away. If you're staying at Towy Valley Caravan Park - which sits just down the road and is highly rated - the church makes for an easy half-day exploration. The park itself gives you a solid base for the wider valley walking.

Bring sturdy shoes. Allow an hour if you're combining it with a walk. There's no visitor infrastructure here, which is rather the point. It's free, obviously, and open whenever - it's a church, not a tourist attraction. That's its strength.