Catfish

Catfish is a contemporary art gallery tucked into Beverley's creative quarter, and it's the sort of place that rewards a quiet afternoon rather than a rushed visit. The space itself feels properly intimate - white walls, polished concrete floors, the kind of gallery that takes itself seriously without being pretentious about it. You'll find rotating exhibitions of painting, sculpture, and mixed media work, predominantly showcasing emerging and established artists from across Yorkshire and beyond.

The gallery works best for art enthusiasts and anyone after something a bit different from the usual tourist circuit. It's not somewhere to drag reluctant teenagers expecting entertainment - this requires genuine interest in contemporary work. Most people spend 45 minutes to an hour here, depending on what's on and how deeply you engage with the pieces.

Beverley itself is worth a proper explore once you're done. The town has decent cafes and pubs, a cathedral that's worth an hour, and a generally pleasant high street. If you're based at Manor Farm Camping just outside town, Catfish makes for a civilised rainy-day option or a morning activity before heading out on a walk. The gallery's opening hours and admission fees do vary seasonally, so ring ahead or check their social media before you visit. It's a small operation, which is part of its charm, but it means don't show up expecting gallery shop hours.