Holy Trinity Church, Nailsea

The Holy Trinity Church sits right in the heart of Nailsea, a short drive south of Bristol, and it's one of those places that rewards a quiet wander when you're passing through. The building itself dates back to medieval times, though what you see now is largely Victorian restoration - the Victorians did love a good tidy-up of old churches. Inside, there's proper stained glass work and the kind of peaceful atmosphere that makes you forget the car park's just outside.

It's genuinely worth stopping for if you're into church architecture or local history, though I won't pretend it's a showstopper on the scale of, say, a cathedral. Twenty minutes will cover it thoroughly unless you're the type who reads every memorial plaque. The churchyard itself is pleasant enough for a short walk if you've got kids who need to burn off energy.

If you're based at nearby Somerset Glamping - which is excellent, by the way - this makes for an easy morning outing before heading to Bristol or exploring the wider Somerset area. It's free to wander in during daylight hours, which is exactly how local churches should operate. The real charm here is in the quietness of it all. You won't find crowds, and you'll get a genuine sense of how Nailsea has evolved over centuries.