East Cornwall Society Of Artists Ebenezer gallery

The Ebenezer gallery in Looe is run by the East Cornwall Society of Artists, and it's the sort of place that rewards a quiet afternoon if you're staying nearby. You'll find local work on the walls - paintings, drawings, textiles, sculpture - the genuine output of working artists rather than tourist tat. It's small, intimate, and there's often someone around who actually knows the exhibiting artists and can talk properly about the work.

This appeals most to people who care about art without needing it to be famous or in a prestigious setting. If you're the type who'd rather spend an hour talking to a painter about their practice than queuing at a big gallery, you'll get something here. Families with older children might enjoy it; very young kids will find it a bit much.

Admission details aren't confirmed online, but these artist-run spaces tend to be free or charge a couple of quid. Allow 30 to 45 minutes unless you really strike up a conversation. Opening hours aren't published, so ringing ahead before you visit is sensible.

If you're staying at Killigarth Manor or Tencreek - both within walking distance - it's an easy detour when you're in Looe proper. The town itself is worth a morning, and the gallery fits neatly into a broader visit rather than being a destination in its own right. It's the kind of place that reminds you why smaller coastal towns still matter for art.