Saint Paraskeva Romanian Orthodox Church

You'll find it tucked away in Plymouth, a proper oddity among Devon's church collection - a Romanian Orthodox church with actual golden domes catching the light. Saint Paraskeva stands out like a sore thumb in the best possible way, its Byzantine architecture completely at odds with the typical Anglican stonework you'd expect in these parts.

Inside, the iconography is striking. Deep colours, religious imagery that feels genuinely lived-in rather than museum-like. It's a working church for Plymouth's Romanian community, which gives it an authenticity you won't get in the tourist-heavy cathedrals nearby. The space feels intimate, almost quiet in a way that's hard to explain.

You'll want twenty minutes to look around properly, maybe longer if Orthodox theology interests you. There's no entry fee as far as I can tell, though respect for active worship spaces matters - check if services are on before you visit. It's absolutely free to appreciate from outside too.

Geographically, it slots neatly into a Plymouth morning. You're not far from the city centre's other attractions, and if you're staying at Hidden Hill Devon's glamping setup just up the road, it's worth the short drive for something genuinely different. Most visitors find it refreshing - a reminder that Britain's religious landscape is far more diverse than the usual village green narrative. Don't expect crowds. Don't expect Instagram moments. Do expect something real.