Artspace

Art gets a proper workout at Artspace, an independent arts centre just outside Musselburgh in East Lothian. This is a working creative hub - think studios, exhibition galleries, and workshop spaces all under one roof - rather than a dusty museum experience. You'll find local and touring artists doing actual work here, which means you can wander through and watch printmakers, painters, and sculptors in their element.

The exhibitions rotate regularly, so there's always something different on. Some shows are experimental and a bit challenging; others hit the mark immediately. The venue punches above its weight for the area, hosting everything from contemporary art to craft fairs. It's not massive - you can cover it in 90 minutes if you're just browsing, or two hours if you stop to chat with the artists or grab a coffee.

Families with older kids (say, ten and up) will get more out of it than younger ones, unless there's a particularly interactive show running. It appeals to anyone who appreciates seeing art made rather than just looking at finished pieces behind glass. If you're staying at Drummohr Camping & Glamping Site nearby, it's worth a morning or afternoon visit to break up a park-based holiday - Musselburgh itself has a decent beach and promenade for afterwards.

Don't expect to book everything in advance or find much online - ring ahead to check what's on and whether there's an entry fee, as this varies with exhibitions.