27 Art House

The gallery sits just outside Berwick-upon-Tweed, in a converted Victorian property that's got proper character. Inside, you'll find contemporary art exhibitions that rotate regularly - the kind of place where local artists share space with touring shows. It's small, which means you won't spend hours wandering around getting lost, but there's usually enough on the walls to make a visit worthwhile.

This works best for anyone with a genuine interest in modern and contemporary work rather than casual browsers. If you're staying at Haven Berwick Holiday Centre or one of the caravan sites nearby, it's a decent rainy-day option or a quick morning visit before heading to the coast. Walking distance from the town centre too, so you can couple it with a proper wander round Berwick's streets and riverside.

I'd suggest ringing ahead to check what's on - there's no point making the trip if the current exhibition doesn't appeal. Opening hours and admission charges do vary depending on what's showing. Locals clearly rate it as a space, which usually means it's doing something right. Allow an hour maximum unless you're really keen, then grab a coffee in town afterwards.