ARTSPACE 5-7

Artspace 5-7 is a contemporary art gallery tucked into Cambridge, run by artists for artists. Think working studio meets exhibition space - the kind of place where you might catch someone actually making something rather than just looking at finished work behind velvet ropes.

The gallery itself is small and intimate, which means you won't need to set aside half a day. It's the sort of venue that rewards a proper look rather than a quick walk-through, so allow an hour or so if you're genuinely interested in what's on. The programming tends toward experimental work and emerging artists, so what you see will vary depending on when you visit. That's either brilliant or a bit of a lottery, depending on your taste.

It's not a destination on its own - you're really doing this as part of a Cambridge wander. The nearby camping options at Cherry Hinton or the Caravanning Club sites (both under three miles away) make it easy to base yourself outside the city centre and pop in on foot or by bike. Highfield Farm and Gayton Farm are equally close if you prefer somewhere slightly more rural.

Who gets the most from it? Anyone with even a passing interest in contemporary art, particularly if you like the rough edges and risk-taking that smaller galleries tend toward. Families with older kids might find it interesting for an hour. If you're after big names and polished installations, you'll probably feel let down. Worth checking what's on before you visit - that'll decide whether it's worth the detour from your base.