Studio & Gallery 22B

You'll find this working studio and gallery tucked away near Skipton, where a working artist actually creates in the space - not one of those sterile galleries that feels like a corporate waiting room. The setup is refreshingly informal: you can watch the artist at work, see pieces being made, and browse finished work without any of the usual gallery pretension.

It's the sort of place that appeals most to people who actually care about how things are made. If you're into contemporary art and want something more genuine than a high street print shop, you'll find it worth a stop. Parents with young kids might struggle to keep them entertained for long - there's not much interactive about it - but teenagers with actual artistic interest could easily spend an hour here.

The beauty of visiting while you're based at one of the nearby glamping spots like Deerstone or Thornton Hall is that you can pop in without it being a major expedition. Skipton town centre itself has proper independent shops and cafes, so you can make an afternoon of it. The location works well if you're mixing gallery visits with countryside walks around the Ribble Valley area.

You'll want to check opening hours before heading over - it's a working studio, so times aren't always obvious. Ring ahead or check their social media. It's free to look around, which is refreshing, though obviously they'll appreciate it if something catches your eye.