www.anditheokle.com

Andi Theokle's gallery sits quietly in Wiltshire countryside, about five miles from Botswicky Copse - the sort of place you'd miss if you weren't looking for it. This is a working artist's space as much as a gallery, which means you're seeing work in progress alongside finished pieces. The setup feels intimate, almost like visiting someone's studio rather than walking into a formal white-box gallery.

Theokle's output tends toward contemporary work with a real sense of craft behind it. What you see changes depending on what they're working on, so there's little point checking ahead - half the appeal is discovering what's actually on display when you visit. It's the kind of place that rewards a slow wander rather than a quick tick-off.

This works well for serious art types who'd rather spend an hour with ten pieces they genuinely connect with than rush through hundreds of mediocre ones. Kids might get bored fairly quickly unless they're already into contemporary art, to be honest. If you're staying at Nordic Glamping at Botswicky - which is exceptional, by the way - it's an easy detour. The gallery benefits from small numbers, so it never feels rammed.

Best visited mid-week if possible. Ring ahead or check their website first, as opening times aren't always consistent. Free admission, as far as I can tell, though the artist will appreciate it if you buy something or leave a donation. Allow an hour, maybe less.