The Devil's Pleasure

You'll need to ring ahead to visit The Devil's Pleasure - it's appointment-only, which immediately tells you this isn't a drop-in tourist trap. Located near Newton Abbot in Devon, this brewery operates on its own terms, and frankly that's rather refreshing.

What you get is a proper craft brewery experience without the crowds. The team here take their beer seriously, and a visit means you'll see how they actually make it rather than just wandering through a gift shop afterwards. It's the sort of place where you can ask proper questions and get real answers from people who know their stuff.

This works brilliantly if you're based at one of the nearby parks - Oakmoor Touring Park is only four miles away if you fancy an adults-only spot, or Dornafield Dartmoor is five miles out if you want the Caravan Club setup. Either way, you're close enough for an afternoon trip without it feeling like a mission.

Who'll get the most from it? Beer enthusiasts, absolutely. Anyone curious about how craft brewing actually works. Less so for kids or non-drinkers, though some places do family-friendly tours - worth asking when you book. Allow a couple of hours including tasting, longer if you want to chat properly.

Book your slot in advance and you won't regret it. This is the kind of place that rewards a bit of planning.