The White Gallery, Cotswolds

You'll find The White Gallery tucked away in the Cotswolds landscape near Chipping Campden - a contemporary art space that sits rather nicely in an area better known for honey-coloured stone villages and rolling hills. It's a proper working gallery, the sort of place where artists actually show their work rather than just shift prints at you. The focus tends to be on modern and contemporary pieces, with regular exhibitions that rotate throughout the year.

This isn't a massive operation - don't expect to lose three hours in here. More realistic is 45 minutes to an hour, depending on what's on and how much you like talking to the artists, who are often around. The space itself has that cool, minimal aesthetic that galleries trade in these days, all white walls and considered lighting. Adults with an actual interest in current art will get the most from a visit. It's not particularly children-friendly unless yours are the sort who'll gaze thoughtfully at abstract paintings without complaining about boredom.

If you're based at one of the nearby spots - Campden Yurts is practically on the doorstep at less than a mile away, or Broadway Caravan if you want a touch more amenity - it makes a decent rainy-day or cultural break from walks and pub lunches. Fair warning though: opening hours and admission fees aren't always clear-cut online, so ring ahead or check in at Chipping Campden's tourist information first. It's worth a look if art matters to you, less so if you're just filling time between activities.