Church of St George

The Church of St George sits quietly on the edge of Taunton, a solid medieval structure that most people driving past probably don't even register. Step inside though and you're looking at some genuinely interesting stonework - the kind of thing that makes you glad you bothered to find the key or catch it during opening hours.

It's a proper parish church, not a cathedral or tourist magnet, which means you get the real thing rather than crowds. The architecture speaks for itself if you know what to look for - medieval bones with various bits added and repaired over the centuries. If you're into church history or just appreciating old buildings, it's worth a detour from Taunton town centre.

This works best for history buffs or anyone who actually enjoys church architecture rather than casual family days out. Kids will get bored pretty quickly unless they're the type to hunt for grotesques or count brass plaques. Allow thirty minutes if you're properly looking round, fifteen if you're just passing through.

If you're based at one of the nearby parks - Ashe Farm Caravan and Camping Site is barely two miles away - it's an easy leg-stretch walk or short drive. Combine it with exploring Taunton proper rather than treating it as a standalone attraction. The Somerset Levels spread out around here make for decent walking territory between park visits, and St George gives you a reason to explore that direction rather than just heading straight to the obvious spots.