Capel Degwel

You won't find Capel Degwel on most tourist maps, which is precisely why it's worth the short drive from Cardigan. This small Welsh chapel sits quietly in the Pembrokeshire countryside, a proper slice of rural Wales that feels genuinely off the beaten track. The building itself is modest - whitewashed stone, simple interior, the sort of place where you can almost hear the centuries of quiet worship echoing through.

It's really for those who appreciate religious architecture and local history rather than families wanting a quick activity. There's no gift shop, no information boards, just the chapel itself and the landscape around it. You'll want to allow perhaps 20 minutes to look around, longer if you're into taking photographs or sitting quietly. The approach involves a bit of a country walk, so wear decent shoes.

If you're based at Cardigan Bay Holiday Park or Cardigan Camping and Touring Caravan Site - both just a short drive away - this makes an excellent morning or late afternoon detour. Combine it with a wander around Cardigan itself or head towards the coast at Gwbert, where Gwbert Glamping sits overlooking the water. The chapel works best outside peak season when you're more likely to have it to yourself. Free to visit, obviously, though you'll need to find it under your own steam and respect that it's very much a working community space.