Crediton Arts Centre

Crediton Arts Centre sits in the market town of Crediton, just inland from Exeter, and it's one of those places that punches above its weight. The space hosts rotating exhibitions, theatre productions, and workshops across visual art and performance - the kind of cultural programming you'd expect to find in a city, not a Devon town of this size.

What actually happens there depends entirely on when you visit. I've seen anything from local painter showcases to touring theatre companies, plus regular film screenings and live music nights. The building itself is unpretentious - it won't take your breath away architecturally - but that's rather the point. The focus is on what's on rather than the venue itself.

It works best for adults with a genuine interest in the arts, whether that's theatre, contemporary work, or live performance. Children might find specific shows engaging, but this isn't a drop-in family attraction. Check their programme before you arrive; a rainy afternoon spent here watching something decent beats sitting in a caravan any day.

Crediton makes sense as a base if you're planning a Park holiday at nearby Sunsets & Marshmallows Glamping - it's five miles away and gives you something to do beyond the site itself. The town has decent pubs and a proper high street too. Open your visit around what's programmed rather than assuming there's always something on.