Baz

Baz sits just outside Tadworth in Surrey, a gallery space that rewards a bit of detective work to find. It's the sort of place that appeals to anyone serious about contemporary art without the pretension you'd expect from somewhere in zone one. The space itself feels intimate - not a sprawling white-cube warehouse, but somewhere with genuine character that lets the work breathe.

What you're looking at depends on what's on when you visit, which means it's worth checking ahead before making the trip. That said, the roster tends toward emerging and mid-career artists, with a focus on painting and sculpture that feels refreshingly unpretentious. You'll spend a good hour here if you're engaged with what's on, less if you're just browsing.

It works best for adults who actually like looking at art rather than ticking boxes. Kids under twelve will likely lose interest quickly unless there's something interactive on, but teenagers with a genuine interest in contemporary work might surprise you.

If you're staying in one of the nearby parks - Surrey Hills Park or Merrywood Park are both within easy reach - Baz makes a proper little cultural break from the usual caravan routine. Pair it with a walk in Norbury Park or the wider Surrey Hills National Landscape for a day that mixes galleries with actual fresh air. The area around Tadworth has enough going on that you won't feel like you're in the middle of nowhere, which counts for something.