Ashley Jackson Gallery

The Ashley Jackson Gallery sits in Holmfirth, a proper little market town that's become something of a creative hub in the Pennines. Jackson himself was a landscape painter with a real gift for capturing Yorkshire moorland - the sort of work that makes you understand why people get misty-eyed about the Dales. His canvases fill the space with colour and light, particularly the moorland pieces that feel genuinely lived-in rather than romanticised.

It's a fairly intimate setup, which means you won't spend hours here - budget 45 minutes to an hour unless you're genuinely into landscape painting. The work appeals most to walkers and outdoor types who'll recognise the terrain he painted. Art enthusiasts will find it worthwhile; families might find it a touch quiet unless the kids are already into galleries.

Holmfirth itself is worth a proper wander regardless. It's got real character, proper independent shops, and the surrounding countryside is brilliant for hiking. If you're staying at Secret Valley Escapes or Holme Valley Camping just outside town, the gallery makes a decent rainy-day backup or a 20-minute stroll from your pitch. The moorland views Jackson painted are still very much there - you can hike them yourself after you've seen his interpretation.

Check opening hours and admission before you go - details change seasonally. Worth fitting in if you're making a weekend of it in the area, but don't reroute your whole trip specifically for it.