Church of the Most Holy Saviour

Perched above Lynton, this Victorian church commands attention the moment you spot its stone tower cutting across the Devon skyline. The Church of the Most Holy Saviour isn't particularly ancient - built in the 19th century - but it's got a certain austere beauty that feels right for this clifftop location.

Inside, you'll find the sort of peaceful quiet that modern life doesn't often permit. The architecture is solidly Victorian, all proper proportions and honest stonework. There's nothing flashy about it, which somehow makes it more affecting. If you've been tramping around Exmoor or walking the coastal paths between Lynton and Lynmouth, this is a decent spot to sit down and gather yourself.

It's genuinely free to visit and open during daylight hours, though you'll want to check locally if you're calling in during winter. Worth noting: the walk up involves a bit of a steep approach, so it's not ideal if you're pushing a buggy or struggling with mobility. History buffs will appreciate the Victorian craftsmanship, though families with restless kids might find twenty minutes quite enough.

Stay at Lynmouth Holiday Retreat, just under a mile downhill, and you've got a proper base for exploring this stretch of North Devon. The church makes a worthwhile detour on a walk rather than a destination in itself, but the views across Exmoor from up here are genuinely worth the climb.