St Michael & All Angels

The church sits quietly on the edge of Kingsbridge, a 15th-century building that doesn't shout about itself but rewards anyone who actually steps inside. St Michael & All Angels has that particular Devon charm - high ceilings, decent stained glass, and the kind of stone work that makes you pause. The interior's straightforward and honest, without being flashy. A proper parish church doing what parish churches do.

It's the sort of place history buffs will linger in, running fingers along the pews and reading the memorials. Kids won't find it thrilling unless they're already keen on old buildings - an hour tops, probably half that if you're just passing through. The real appeal is how it fits into a morning in Kingsbridge itself, which has genuine character as a market town. Pop in, look around, then wander down to the harbour or grab coffee in the high street.

For those staying at one of the nearby parks - HARTA Retreat is barely three miles away, and Newberry Valley Touring Park sits at under six - this makes a natural waypoint during a Devon holiday. It's free to visit, though you'll likely want to leave a donation. Go on a weekday morning if you prefer quiet; weekends can see the church busy with services and visitors. Nothing fancy, nothing touristy. Just a solid, 500-year-old reminder that Kingsbridge has been doing its thing for centuries.