Point-In-View Chapel

The chapel sits on a clifftop between Exmouth and Dawlish, commanding views across the Devon coast that justify the name entirely. It's a small, whitewashed building - the sort of place you could walk past if you weren't paying attention, but once you know it's there, the setting becomes magnetic.

What strikes you first is the isolation. This isn't a working parish church tucked into a village; it's a solitary structure on the headland, built as a private chapel in the 19th century. The interior is modest but atmospheric, with high windows that frame the sea. On a clear day, the perspective across Lyme Bay stretches for miles.

It works best for a contemplative stop rather than a lengthy visit - twenty minutes is realistic unless you're the type to sit and gaze for hours. Walkers doing the South West Coast Path will find it a worthwhile detour, though the approach involves climbing, so it's not effortless. The chapel appeals to people who prefer quiet spots over popular attractions; families with restless young children might find it underwhelming.

You're close enough to the Haven parks at Devon Cliffs and Cofton Holidays to make this a half-morning excursion during a longer holiday. Free admission, obviously - there's no one collecting money up here. Opening hours are effectively unlimited since it's not staffed. The coastal walk itself is the real draw; the chapel is simply what makes it memorable.