AC Framing Gallery

The AC Framing Gallery sits quietly on the Northamptonshire side of Milton Keynes, and it's the sort of place you'd walk straight past if you didn't know it was there. Inside, though, it's genuinely interesting - a working gallery and framing studio where you can see proper craftsmanship happening. They display contemporary art and photography, and the framing work on display shows real attention to detail. It's not a sprawling collection by any means, but that's rather the point.

This works best if you're already in the Milton Keynes area and fancy something quieter than the shopping centres. Art enthusiasts will get more from it than families with restless kids, though teenagers with any interest in design or craftsmanship might surprise you. Allow an hour maximum - it's intimate rather than vast.

The gallery sits well within reach of Gullivers Campsite just 1.2 miles away, which is worth knowing if you're basing yourself there for a longer stay. The Old Dairy Farm, further out at 5.3 miles, is the better rated of the local camping options if you're after a quieter base. It's the sort of spot to slot into an afternoon while you're exploring the wider Milton Keynes parks and attractions - not a destination in itself, but a proper find if you stumble across it. Check ahead on opening hours before you plan your visit; details aren't readily available online.