Riverside Church

The Riverside Church sits quietly on the edge of Exeter, and if you're staying at one of the nearby glamping spots like Devon Heaven Hideaways, it's a decent afternoon walk to stretch your legs. The church itself is a solid piece of Devon architecture - nothing that'll make you gasp, but it's the kind of place where you notice the light coming through the windows and actually want to sit for a bit.

It's a proper working church rather than a museum piece, which means the atmosphere is genuine. You'll get a sense of the local community here rather than crowds shuffling through with guidebooks. The riverside setting is the real draw - the walk to get there matters more than the building itself. Families won't find it dull exactly, but kids will get restless after twenty minutes unless they're the contemplative type.

The details vary depending on when you visit, so ringing ahead makes sense if you've got questions about opening times or services. It's free to pop in, which is refreshing. If you're based at Devon Heaven Hideaways or another park in the area, this pairs well with a longer riverside walk rather than as a standalone destination. The Exeter location means it's accessible without needing to drive far, making it ideal for a morning or late afternoon outing before heading back for dinner. Worth the detour if you're already exploring Exeter itself, but don't go out of your way.