St Petroc's Church, South Brent

The church sits right in the centre of South Brent, a solid medieval structure that catches you off guard with its sheer presence. St Petroc's isn't flashy - it's the kind of place where you push open a heavy wooden door and the world goes quiet. The interior is properly atmospheric, with the sort of stone walls and timber beams that remind you how long this building has actually been here.

Inside, there's genuine appeal if you care about Devon's religious heritage. The stonework speaks volumes about craftsmanship, and the church holds its own against prettier medieval buildings you might see elsewhere in the region. It won't take long to look round - half an hour covers it properly - but it's worth the detour if you're already in South Brent rather than a destination you'd specifically travel for.

Historians and church enthusiasts will find more to dig into than casual visitors. For families, it depends entirely on the kids. An hour of staring at medieval masonry isn't everyone's idea of a cracking day out, but if you've got patient ones interested in old buildings, there's enough here to occupy them briefly.

It's free to visit and sits within easy reach of Ashbourne Woods, making it a natural stop if you're basing yourself at that holiday park. Pop in during daylight hours when the doors are typically open. If you're visiting during summer, the quiet churchyard itself is a pleasant place to decompress from the usual holiday bustle.