St George's Church, Morebath

The church sits quietly in the village of Morebath, a few miles south of Tiverton, and it's one of those places that catches you off guard with how much character it has packed into one small building. St George's is medieval - proper medieval - with a tower that's been keeping watch over this corner of Devon for centuries. Inside, the rood screen is what makes people stop and stare. It's ornate without being showy, the sort of craftsmanship that makes you understand why people bothered to travel for miles to worship here.

This isn't a place for rushing through. If you're into church architecture or medieval history, you'll want a good hour to take it all in and read the various plaques and records that tell the story of the community. The interior is light and surprisingly intimate - no vast echoing nave here, just a proper village church that feels lived-in.

Historically minded visitors will appreciate that Morebath's records are exceptionally well preserved, offering genuine insight into parish life in centuries past. Families with older children might find it interesting, though younger kids will get restless after twenty minutes or so. It's the kind of stop that works perfectly if you're basing yourselves at somewhere like Nirvana Glamping nearby - a gentle detour on a lazy afternoon rather than a major destination in itself.

Free to visit, as far as these things go. Check locally for opening times before you head out.