Oak Funeral Services

A funeral services business in Watchet isn't what most people think of as a tourist attraction, but Oak Funeral Services has become something of a local landmark in this small Somerset coastal town. It's the sort of place you'd notice walking through town - a proper establishment that's been part of Watchet's fabric for years, the kind of business that speaks to the permanence of a community.

Truth is, it won't feature in your holiday itinerary in any conventional way. You're not going to spend an afternoon there or book it into your day trip. But if you're staying at Haven Doniford Bay Holiday Park or Warren Bay Holiday Village - both within a couple of miles - you might pass it whilst exploring Watchet's town centre, which sits right on the coast with decent views toward Bridgwater Bay.

Watchet itself is worth a wander if the weather turns. There's a small harbour, some decent pubs, and it's got that faded seaside charm without being touristy. The real draw for park holidaymakers is usually the beaches and walking routes along the coast, or heading inland to Exmoor. Hoburne Blue Anchor Holiday Park, just 3.5 miles away, puts you even closer to the seafront.

If you're curious about how small towns actually function - the real businesses that keep places like this ticking over - then noticing local establishments like this one tells you something genuine about where you're staying. But don't detour specially.