Our Lady Queen of Apostles' Church

The Catholic church sitting quietly on the edge of Cheddar isn't the sort of place that announces itself loudly. Our Lady Queen of Apostles' Church is a modest Victorian structure that most tourists driving through to the gorge probably sail right past without noticing. That's partly what makes it worth a stop.

It's a working parish church, so opening times can be a bit unpredictable if you're planning a specific visit - ringing ahead is sensible. The interior is straightforward rather than grand, with the kind of calm that genuinely tired families appreciate after negotiating the Cheddar Gorge crowds. There's no entrance fee, naturally.

This isn't a destination in itself, to be honest. You're looking at fifteen minutes inside, maybe half an hour if you're genuinely interested in Victorian religious architecture or local Catholic history. What it does offer is a proper breather when you're based at one of the nearby campsites - Cheddar Woods Resort & Spa or Cheddar Bridge are practically on the doorstep, and both are decent enough for a few days exploring the area.

Walkers tackling routes around Cheddar or heading into the Mendips might find themselves passing through. It's a pleasant spot to sit for a moment before carrying on rather than a compelling reason to divert miles out of your way. Religious heritage enthusiasts would find it interesting; everyone else should probably weigh up whether a Victorian church fits their park holiday agenda. Worth knowing it's there, worth stopping if you're in the village anyway.