Cameron Contemporary Art

Cameron Contemporary Art sits just inland from Brighton, and it's the kind of gallery that rewards a proper look rather than a quick loop. The space showcases contemporary work - paintings, sculptures, installations - with a real focus on emerging and mid-career artists rather than the names you'd expect at the V&A. What struck me most was how seriously they take curation; there's nothing thrown at walls here.

You'll want to allow a good 45 minutes to an hour if you're taking it in properly. The venue itself is understated, which some will find refreshing and others might find a bit sparse. If you're into contemporary art, it's worth the detour from Brighton's seafront. If you're after a quick cultural tick-box, honestly, you might find it a touch too niche.

Families with older teenagers into art will get more from it than younger kids - there's no interactive space or children's trail. The gallery works well as part of a broader creative crawl around Brighton rather than a standalone morning out.

If you're staying at Foot of the Downs or Eastern Sands, both within easy reach, this makes sense as a rainy-day option or a half-day addition to beach time. Brighton itself is the real draw for most visitors, but Cameron Contemporary offers something quieter and more thoughtful if you want to escape the pier-and-chips brigade for an hour.