chapel

The chapel sits quietly off the beaten track near Tavistock, the kind of place you stumble upon rather than plan for. It's a proper slice of Cornish religious history - stone walls, aged windows, the lot - and the silence inside hits you straightaway. If you're into old buildings and what they tell you about who lived here centuries ago, this is exactly your sort of stop.

Walking through feels like stepping backwards. The craftsmanship in the stonework and the simplicity of the interior show you how people worshipped in a very different age. It won't take long - half an hour maximum - but it's the kind of quiet moment that makes a holiday proper memorable, especially if you're staying at one of the nearby parks like Sunnyside Eco Glamping or Woodovis Holiday Park just down the road.

Worth a visit if you're exploring the Tavistock area and fancy something off the tourist trail. Not the sort of place to drag reluctant teenagers to, mind you - they'll be bored within minutes. But for anyone who enjoys wandering old churches and absorbing a bit of local atmosphere, it's well worth the detour. The countryside around here is lovely for a walk too, so you could easily combine it with exploring the wider area. Check opening times before you go - these places can be a bit unpredictable about when they're actually accessible.