Black Cube

A stark black cube rising from the Warwickshire countryside near Kenilworth - it's either brilliantly bold or utterly baffling, depending on your view of contemporary art. This gallery is genuinely different from the stately homes and heritage sites that dominate the region.

Inside, the minimalist exterior gives way to exhibition space that takes itself seriously. The cube's deliberately austere design becomes part of the experience rather than just a building wrapped around it. It's gallery-as-statement, which means you'll either find it refreshing or frustrating depending on how you feel about art that doesn't explain itself.

Historically minded visitors might find it a bit thin, but artists and anyone interested in what's happening in British contemporary work will get something from it. Families with younger children could find it underwhelming - there's no play area, no interactive elements, just the work itself. Give it 45 minutes to an hour, more if an exhibition really grabs you.

The nearest decent base is Kenilworth, a proper market town with its own castle ruins worth exploring. Several caravan parks sit within easy reach - Broadwell Woods is closest at under two miles, though you'll want somewhere with decent facilities. The gallery works best as a deliberate detour rather than accidental discovery, so check opening hours before heading out. Admission details weren't readily available online, so ring ahead. It's not for everyone, but it's genuinely worth the visit if contemporary art galleries appeal to you at all.