Newhouse Baptist Church

This small Baptist chapel sits quietly in the Somerset countryside, a few miles from Honiton, with the sort of austere charm that appeals to anyone interested in nonconformist religious architecture. Built in the 19th century, it's the real deal - not a visitor attraction with a gift shop, just a working chapel that welcomes people to step inside and have a look around.

The interior is deliberately plain. Whitewashed walls, simple wooden pews, a modest pulpit - it's the antithesis of decorated parish churches, and that's rather the point. If you're into religious history or the practicalities of how different denominations chose to worship, you'll find it genuinely interesting. Others might spend ten minutes and that's enough.

Access can be tricky since opening hours aren't publicly listed, so ringing ahead is sensible before making the trip. It appears to be free to visit, though a donation would be appropriate. Allow half an hour if you're combining it with a walk around the lanes - the surrounding countryside is pleasant enough for a gentle ramble.

If you're based at one of the nearby glamping spots - Hartridge Springs Spa or Dimpsey Shepherd's Hut - this could fill a quiet morning alongside exploring the local footpaths. It's not a draw in itself, but it works well as part of a slower kind of holiday where you're taking in the texture of village life rather than ticking boxes.