A few weeks ago, I went on a breathing space retreat glamping getaway in Somerset. My constraints were that I needed somewhere I could get to via public transport from my house, and this place fit the bill. It also had wild swimming, a sauna, and peace and quiet. By day 2 I felt I'd sufficiently relaxed and explored the charms of the tiny village nearest the campsite. So I got on a bus to Shepton Mallet. At this point I'd like to introduce my list of Things To See in small English towns and villages. Note this is not necessarily a recommended list, just a factual list of what will be there: One or more churches. Often a "normal" church of England church and a "non-conformist" or Methodist church (I'm not claiming to be an expert on denominations here sorry! I very much grew up atheist and have only a sort of anthropology style curiosity for religion, and an interest in pretty buildings). Speaking of Methodist churches, I recently went to the Wesleyan museum in Bristol, but that's…
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