The Brave Soldier

The Brave Soldier is a gallery tucked into the Lutterworth area of Leicestershire, though getting specifics about opening times or admission beforehand would be wise - it's one of those places where a quick phone call beats showing up hoping. The gallery itself focuses on military history and artwork, drawing in anyone with a genuine interest in soldiering heritage rather than casual browsers after an afternoon outing.

What you'll see depends on the current exhibition, but the venue trades on a serious curatorial approach to its subject matter. It's the sort of spot that rewards spending a solid hour or more if the displays grip you, rather than a quick dash-through attraction. History enthusiasts will find proper substance here.

If you're based at one of the caravan parks dotted around this corner of Leicestershire - Rosemarie Caravan Site is just 2.3 miles away, or Caravanning and Camping at Manor Farm sits at 4.6 miles - The Brave Soldier makes a sensible rainy afternoon call. It's not the headline attraction that'll define your holiday, but it slots in nicely alongside walks around Stanford Hall's grounds or a potter through Lutterworth's town centre.

Families with primary-school-age children might find it a bit heavy unless they're already keen on military history. Teenagers studying the period, though, could walk away having actually learned something. Ring ahead to confirm what's on and whether there's an entry fee - details aren't widely published online.