St Lawrence's Church

The church sits in a quiet corner of Kingsbridge, its stone tower rising above the surrounding streets like something from a watercolour. St Lawrence's is one of those medieval parish churches that England does so well - proper medieval work, fifteenth century mostly, with the kind of detail that rewards a proper look around. Inside, you'll find the usual suspects: wooden pews worn smooth by centuries of use, stained glass that catches the light nicely, and enough carved stone to keep history buffs occupied for half an hour. The tower is the real showstopper from outside, all buttresses and perpendicular Gothic lines.

It's a straightforward visit - the sort of thing you'd combine with a wander around Kingsbridge rather than make a journey for on its own. That said, if you're staying at one of the nearby caravan parks like South Devon Camping or Oakdown, it's worth a twenty-minute stroll into town to see. Church interiors are usually open during daylight hours, though opening times aren't formally published - just push the door and see. Free entry, obviously.

Walkers will find it a natural stop on a route into Kingsbridge. Families with young children might find it a bit static after ten minutes, depending on what they're interested in. The real appeal is as part of exploring the town itself - grab a coffee nearby, have a look at the church, and carry on. It's genuine Devon rather than a manufactured attraction, which is precisely why it's worth the detour from your holiday park.