St Thomas's Church

The church sits quietly in Ferryside, a village that time seems to have largely bypassed - which is rather the point. St Thomas's Church is a proper medieval building, the kind of place where you can actually feel the weight of centuries without it being rammed down your throat with plaques and interpretation boards.

What you get is architecture. Solid stone work, the sort of craftsmanship that lasted because someone actually knew what they were doing. The interior is simple rather than showy, which appeals to anyone fed up with overly restored Victorian fussiness. If you're into parish churches - and there's a whole tribe of people who are - this one rewards a visit. The setting matters too. Ferryside itself is the sort of quiet spot where a church visit slots naturally into a day rather than feeling like an obligatory tick-box.

This works best for walkers and church enthusiasts rather than families with restless toddlers. Allow thirty minutes, though you could easily wander the village for longer. It's free to visit, though opening hours aren't advertised, so check locally before making a special trip.

If you're based at Ferryside Farm Caravan and Camping Site, you're practically on the doorstep. For a broader Carmarthenshire park holiday, it's a short drive from Hazeldene or Laugharne View - good for breaking up a day of more touristy pursuits. It's the sort of place that reminds you why small-scale exploration often beats the honeypot attractions.