John Rogers Art Gallery

The John Rogers Art Gallery sits quietly in St Davids, a town that feels more like a village despite being Wales's smallest city. It's the kind of place you might walk past without realising what you've found - which would be a shame, because inside there's a genuine collection of contemporary and traditional work that punches above its weight.

Rogers was a local artist, and the gallery celebrates his output alongside rotating exhibitions from other painters and sculptors. The space itself is intimate rather than grand - you're not talking a full afternoon here, but rather a proper browse that takes maybe 45 minutes to an hour. The work tends towards landscape and portraiture, which makes sense given the raw beauty of the Pembrokeshire coast just outside the door.

It's worth a stop if you're already in St Davids for the cathedral or the coastal walks, but don't trek here specifically unless you're seriously into art. Art enthusiasts and painters will find it worthwhile though - there's usually something on that connects to the local area. Families with younger kids might find it a bit quiet and static, but teenagers interested in art will appreciate the scale.

If you're camping at Pembrokeshire Meadows or Caerfai Bay - both practically on your doorstep - it's an easy detour on a rainy afternoon or before heading to the beaches. Opening hours can be a bit variable, so ring ahead or check locally. Entry is modest when it is open.