St James the Great

The church sits quietly on the edge of Kingsbridge, a proper medieval affair with a tower that catches your eye well before you reach it. St James the Great is exactly the sort of place you stumble into by accident and end up spending longer than planned - the kind of church where the building itself feels like part of the landscape rather than something imposed on it.

Inside, there's decent medieval stonework and enough detail to keep architecture enthusiasts occupied for a solid half hour. The tower's worth a look if you're into that sort of thing, and the churchyard offers a peaceful spot to sit and take stock. It's not a showpiece like some of the grander Devon churches, but that's rather the point - this is functioning parish church that's been doing its job for centuries without fuss.

Walkers will appreciate its location in the town, making it a natural stop-off point on a longer route. Families with young kids might find it a bit static unless they're genuinely interested in old buildings. History types will get something from it, though you'll want to do a bit of research beforehand to get the most from a visit.

If you're based at Wilton Farm Camping just down the road, it's absolutely worth the short drive into Kingsbridge and taking twenty minutes to have a proper look. Free entry, no faffing about - just turn up during daylight hours and wander in.