St. Clement's

St. Clement's sits just outside Egloshayle in a quiet corner of Cornwall, and it's one of those churches where you can actually feel the centuries pressing down on you. The building itself is 15th century, with that solid granite construction that's typical of this part of the world - weathered stone walls that have seen off five hundred years of Atlantic gales.

Inside, there's proper medieval atmosphere. The church has a good sprinkling of original features, though like most working parish churches, it's been tidied up and maintained over the years. You'll find yourself drawn to the details - old timber work, the way light falls through period windows, the kind of quiet that only ancient churches manage.

This is absolutely worth a visit if you're into ecclesiastical architecture or just need forty minutes of genuine peace. It's not a showstopper attraction - you won't spend hours here - but it's the sort of place that anchors a morning walk around Egloshayle. Families won't find it thrilling, but anyone interested in Cornish history and medieval building will rate it highly.

The location works well alongside a stay at Trewan Hall, just five miles away. Pop over for a wander around the village, duck into the church, and you've got a proper little cultural half-day sorted. Worth checking opening times before you visit - some parish churches keep irregular hours.