St John

The church of St John sits on the edge of Okehampton like a quiet guardian, its tower visible from across the town. Step inside and you'll find yourself in a space that's absorbed centuries without much fuss - there's proper medieval work here, alongside later additions that somehow avoid feeling jarring. The interior is straightforward, unpretentious. You'll spot decent woodwork and enough history in the stonework to keep anyone with an interest in Devon churches occupied for a good twenty minutes.

It's the sort of place you slot into a morning rather than make a special journey for, unless you're genuinely keen on ecclesiastical architecture. That said, if you're staying at Wolf Wood Treehouses - a cracking spot about four miles out - it's worth popping into town to see it. The walk through Okehampton itself is pleasant enough, and the church gives you something concrete to aim for rather than just wandering.

Families with young children might find fifteen minutes enough before restlessness sets in. Walkers en route through Dartmoor will appreciate it as a waypoint. History enthusiasts will get more from spending time reading the walls and considering the building's evolution. There's no admission charge as far as visitors can establish, and it's accessible during standard church opening hours, though it's worth checking locally given opening times aren't publicly listed. On a decent afternoon, the light through the windows is rather nice.