Coryton Church

This little medieval church sits quietly in the Devon countryside just outside Okehampton, the sort of place you stumble upon rather than deliberately seek out. The building itself is genuinely old - we're talking 12th and 13th century stonework, which means it's seen nearly a thousand years of village life come and go. Inside, there's proper character: low ceilings, worn flagstones, and the kind of light that only filters through ancient windows.

It's the real deal for anyone interested in rural church history without the tourist crowds. You won't find gift shops or visitor facilities, which is either brilliant or disappointing depending on your temperament. Families with restless kids might find twenty minutes is enough; architecture enthusiasts could easily spend longer picking over the details.

What makes it work as part of a park holiday is the location. If you're staying at Lydford Caravan & Camping Park or Wolf Wood Treehouses, Coryton Church is a genuine detour worth taking when you're exploring the Okehampton area. It fits perfectly into a morning's walking route rather than being a destination in itself. The surrounding lanes are proper walking territory - no crowds, actual peace and quiet. Worth an hour's potter about if you're in the area, less so if you have to drive specifically for it.