St. Trillo's Parish Church

The smallest parish church in Wales is tucked away near Llandudno, and it's almost comically tiny - you could practically sneeze and miss it. St. Trillo's sits right on the waterfront in Conwy, squeezed into a space that feels more like a stone cottage than a place of worship. Built in the sixth century, it's survived centuries of Welsh weather and the occasional high tide, which apparently used to lap at its walls during storms.

Inside, there's barely room to swing a hymn book. The interior is whitewashed and simple, with a handful of pews and an altar that wouldn't look out of place in someone's front room. It's the sort of place that makes you want to speak in hushed tones, not because of rules but because the intimacy demands it. The whole visit takes ten minutes, maybe fifteen if you're the sort to read every inscription.

This works best as a quick detour rather than a destination in itself - something to tick off while exploring Conwy's waterfront or en route to Llandudno. History buffs will appreciate the age and the sheer oddness of it; kids might find it interesting for about five minutes before getting restless. It's free to visit and opens during reasonable daylight hours.

If you're staying at Dinarth Hall Caravan & Camping just down the road, or any of the parks dotting the Conwy area, this is a proper easy walk. Worth a look, but don't reorganize your day around it.