St John Vianney R C Church

The modern Catholic church on the outskirts of Wantage is one of those places you might drive past without realising it's there at all. St John Vianney doesn't announce itself with bells or ancient stone - it's a straightforward 20th-century building serving the local Catholic community. Inside, there's a real sense of calm and a small but genuinely welcoming congregation. The space is simple rather than grand, which somehow makes it feel more sincere than some of the more theatrical churches you'll find in the area.

It's not a destination attraction in the tourist board sense. You're not going to spend an afternoon here. But if you're staying at Evelyns Garden Glamping nearby and you're Catholic, or you simply want a quiet half-hour away from it all, it's a proper refuge. The locals are friendly, and there's usually someone about if you want a quick word about the parish history. Mass times appear to run regularly, though you'd want to check ahead before turning up.

For a church crawl around Oxfordshire - and there are cracking medieval ones within 20 minutes - this won't top your list. But as part of a broader stay in the Wantage area, it's a useful spot if you're after somewhere reflective and accessible. The bigger draw will always be the surrounding countryside and the market town itself.