Clarendon Fine Art Canterbury

Canterbury's gallery scene doesn't shout about itself, which is exactly why Clarendon Fine Art deserves a proper look when you're in town. It's a serious outfit - the kind of space that takes contemporary and traditional art equally seriously, without any of the pretension you sometimes get. The staff actually know their stuff and won't make you feel like an idiot if you ask questions.

What you're looking at changes regularly, so there's no point describing specific works - that's the whole point of galleries, isn't it? You might find anything from painting and sculpture to print and photography. The space itself is well-proportioned without being intimidatingly vast, which means you can spend a proper hour here without your feet staging a revolt.

This works well for art enthusiasts obviously, but also for anyone who wants a break from the cathedral crowds and the gift shops that line the high street. Couples will appreciate the quieter atmosphere. Families with older kids who can concentrate for more than five minutes will get something out of it. Young children will absolutely lose their minds with boredom, mind you.

If you're based at Canterbury Camping and Caravanning Club Campsite or one of the glamping spots dotted around - Canterbury Lodges is closest at 3.4 miles - it's an easy detour into the city. Pop in between exploring the cathedral and grabbing lunch. It won't take long, but it'll give you a different angle on what Canterbury has to offer beyond the medieval tourism circuit.