St Peter and St John's Church

The church sits in the quiet village of Othery, a proper Somerset spot where time moves differently. St Peter and St John's is a medieval structure with all the trappings you'd expect - stonework that's seen centuries, a tower that punctuates the flat landscape, the kind of place where you can actually hear yourself think.

Inside, there's decent medieval architecture if that's your thing, plus the sort of peace you don't get many places. The Levels around here are pancake-flat, so the church tower actually serves as a landmark for miles. It's worth stopping in if you're driving through or staying at one of the nearby parks like Thornhills or Secret Valley - won't take long, but it's the real deal rather than a theme-park version of old England.

Admission is typically free for churches like this, though it's worth checking locally when you arrive. Allow half an hour, maybe an hour if you're the type to read every plaque. History enthusiasts will appreciate the medieval bones of the place. Families with young kids might find it a bit quiet unless they're genuinely interested in churches.

The surrounding Levels make for good walking country if you're based at any of the holiday parks nearby. It's flat terrain, which means less dramatic than Exmoor or Dartmoor, but it suits a proper country stroll. Time your visit for late afternoon light when the wetlands glow, or early morning if you want it to yourself.