Avan Arts

You'll find Avan Arts tucked away in the Driffield area, and it's worth tracking down if you're serious about contemporary work. This is a proper working gallery space where the focus is on artists actually making things, not just shifting prints to tourists. The setup tends towards supporting regional talent, so you'll see pieces that feel genuine rather than mass-produced gallery fare.

What you get depends on what's on during your visit - exhibitions rotate, and the scale is intimate rather than sprawling. Count on 45 minutes to an hour unless you're the type who reads every artist statement. The space itself is no-frills, which either works for you or it doesn't. If you're staying at East End Farm Campsite nearby, it's close enough for an afternoon slot without eating up your day.

Best suited to anyone who wants to see what Yorkshire artists are actually working on, rather than the usual gallery circuit crowds. If you're dragging reluctant teenagers along, warn them it's not Instagram-friendly in the flashy sense. Families with younger kids might find the quiet contemplative vibe a touch dull, though much depends on their tolerance for standing still.

Check ahead on opening hours and what's showing - these smaller spaces sometimes have patchy schedules. Free or paid admission isn't guaranteed, so budget for it. Driffield itself is a modest market town with decent cafes, so you could easily combine this with lunch and a proper mooch around.