Nest for Pittville

Pittville is one of Cheltenham's grandest Georgian developments, and Nest sits right in the heart of it - a contemporary gallery space that feels rather refreshing against all that Regency stone. The building itself is modern and minimal, which either works brilliantly or clashes completely depending on your mood. Inside, you'll find rotating exhibitions of art and design work, mostly from emerging or established makers, often with a focus on craft and visual culture.

It's the sort of place where you can spend twenty minutes or two hours depending on what's on. The gallery leans towards a younger, more experimental crowd - if you're after traditional landscapes or sculpture parks, you'll want to look elsewhere. But if you're interested in contemporary practice and don't mind a bit of challenging work, it's worth an hour while you're exploring Pittville's tree-lined streets.

Admission is typically free, which is the only sensible way to run a gallery like this. You could easily combine a visit with a wander round the Pittville Pump Room and Park - the green space itself is lovely, proper Victorian design with the lake and landscaping still going strong. If you're camped at Cheltenham Racecourse or any of the sites within a few miles, it's a ten-minute drive into town. Avoid school holidays unless you want crowds, and check their website before you visit since exhibitions change regularly and opening hours can be variable.