Art of Africa

The Art of Africa sits just outside Street in Somerset, a straightforward spot if you're after something different from the usual holiday park routine. It's essentially a gallery space showcasing African art and craftswork - sculptures, textiles, paintings, that sort of thing - though the specifics of what's on at any given time aren't entirely clear from their online presence, so ringing ahead is wise.

You'll get the most from this if you've got a genuine interest in African culture and contemporary art. It's not the kind of place kids will spend hours in unless they're already engaged with visual art, but for adults wanting to step away from the campsite for an afternoon, it fills a gap. The walk from Street takes about twenty minutes if you're staying at one of the nearby parks like Bobsfield or Old Oaks Touring, which are just over a mile away.

Allow an hour or so - enough time to have a proper look without feeling rushed. Admission details are thin on the ground, so check before you go. It works well as part of a broader Somerset outing: Street itself has the shoe museum if you're interested in quirky local history, and you're close enough to Glastonbury and Wells for bigger days out. If you're camping locally and looking for something that gets you off the field and into an actual gallery, this does the job without being a pilgrimage destination.