Putford Methodist Church

The drive out to Putford Methodist Church feels like you're heading into proper Devon countryside - narrow lanes, high hedgerows, the whole works. It's a working Methodist chapel, simple and honest, the kind of place that's been part of village life around Bideford for generations without any fuss or fanfare.

What you're looking at is genuine village heritage rather than a tourist attraction. The chapel itself is modest but full of character, with that particular quiet you only get in small rural churches. There's real peace here, which is partly the point. If you're the type who appreciates ecclesiastical architecture or nonconformist history, there's substance to see. Others might find themselves standing in the porch wondering what comes next.

This works best as a brief stop during a countryside ramble round the North Devon area rather than a destination in itself. Ten minutes maximum, unless you're genuinely interested in Methodist heritage or want a moment's stillness away from the campsite. Opening times aren't advertised, so you might find it locked - worth checking locally in Bideford first.

If you're based at Roeys Retreat Campsite or Broad Park Camping and Glamping, both cracking spots within easy driving distance, Putford makes a sensible detour while you're exploring the quieter lanes between the coast and Bideford. Don't go out of your way for it alone, but if you're passing through, it's worth a look.