Ecce Homo

The Ecce Homo gallery sits within reach of Coventry, showcasing religious and figurative art that stops you in your tracks. It's a proper focused space - not sprawling like a major institution, but that's rather the point. The work here centres on representations of Christ and the human form, presented with real thoughtfulness rather than the usual museum distance.

You'll want to allow a solid hour to move through it properly, longer if you're the type to read every label. It's ideal for anyone interested in religious iconography, art history, or just wanting something more contemplative than a theme park afternoon. Families with older kids who can engage with the subject matter will find it rewarding; younger ones might find it a bit intense.

When you're staying at Hollyfast Caravan Park or Avon Wild Camping - both just a few miles south - you can easily pair this with a walk around Coventry's city centre, which has rebuilt itself rather successfully since the war. The gallery gives you culture without the overwhelming crush of a major city attraction, which is exactly what you want on a Midlands break.

Bring a notebook if you're that way inclined. The quiet atmosphere rewards actual looking rather than just snapping photos for Instagram. It's worth the short drive from your base.