ORIGINAL ARTWORK AND PRINTS

If you're staying at one of the camping spots around Rugeley and fancy a break from the outdoors, this gallery near Cannock Chase is worth a quick visit. It's a proper working studio showing original artwork and prints - the kind of place where you can actually see what the artist does rather than just browse behind velvet ropes.

The collection changes depending on what's being worked on, so there's no guarantee you'll see the same pieces twice. Prints range from affordable to investment-level originals, which means families passing through on a caravan holiday can pick up something small, or serious collectors might find something worth the trek from Chase Camping at Four Oaks Farm or Silver Trees Holiday Park.

It's not a massive gallery - plan for 30 to 45 minutes depending on how much you chat with whoever's about. The space has that intimate feel of visiting an artist's studio, which some people love and others find a bit awkward if they're not interested in talking art for half an hour. Absolutely fine for a rainy afternoon when the kids are restless, less compelling if you're after a structured, guided experience.

Locationwise, it slots nicely between the Cannock Chase Camping & Caravanning Club Site and a walk around Cannock Chase itself. Ring ahead before you go - opening hours aren't fixed, and you'll want to confirm they're open and what's currently on display. Worth knowing about if you're in the area, but don't reroute your whole trip for it.