Creech St Michael Baptist Church

A modest Baptist chapel sitting quietly on the edge of Creech St Michael, just outside Taunton. The building itself is straightforward Victorian nonconformist architecture - unpretentious red brick, simple lines, the kind of place where you'd expect hymn singing to sound particularly good. There's nothing flashy about it, which is rather the point. If you're into church architecture or local religious history, it's worth a quick stop. But be honest with yourself: you're not driving across Somerset to see it.

The village itself is the real draw if you're staying at one of the caravan parks nearby - Ashe Farm, Cornish Farm Touring Park, or 5 Acres on the Somerset Levels are all within spitting distance. Walkers will find the local paths around the Levels more rewarding than the church itself. Families with young children won't get much from it beyond ten minutes of looking round, assuming it's even open when you visit.

For church enthusiasts doing the Somerset circuit, pair this with Taunton's bigger attractions - the castle, the town itself - rather than treating it as a standalone trip. Access and opening hours are unclear, so ring ahead or check locally before making the journey. It's the kind of place that rewards a casual wander if you're in the area, not the kind you plan a day around.