Wookey Hole Theatre

Behind those famous Wookey Hole caves sits a proper little theatre that most visitors rush straight past. Fair enough - the caves are the main draw - but this intimate venue deserves a look if you fancy a break from spelunking.

The theatre hosts everything from amateur dramatics to touring productions, squeezed into what feels like someone's front room compared to the grandeur of Bath's Theatre Royal. It's the sort of place where you might catch a local pantomime or a one-man show about Victorian explorers. Don't expect West End glitz, but there's something rather lovely about catching a performance in such an unlikely spot.

Families staying at nearby sites like Wells Touring Park or Bucklegrove Holiday Park might find it a welcome evening alternative to another pub dinner. The kids will probably prefer the caves, mind you - unless there's a proper fairy-tale production on.

Timing is everything here. Check what's on before you arrive at Wells, as the programme can be patchy. On a good night, you'll feel like you've stumbled upon a secret. On a quiet one, you might wonder why you bothered. Either way, it's a five-minute detour that adds a bit of culture to your Somerset cave crawling.