Fire

Fire is a contemporary art gallery just outside Swindon that takes its name seriously - the work here tends to spark proper conversation rather than sit politely on white walls. It's the kind of place where you'll find yourself standing in front of something and genuinely not knowing if you love it or hate it, which is exactly what art should do.

The gallery specialises in modern and contemporary pieces, with rotating exhibitions that keep things fresh. You're looking at paintings, sculptures, installations - the full range. On a good day, when an exhibition clicks with you, it's genuinely worth the drive. On others, you might leave feeling like you've paid good money to be confused.

It works best for serious art enthusiasts or anyone looking to kill an afternoon with something a bit different from the usual Cotswolds tourist trail. Casual visitors who treat galleries as background scenery might find it a bit heavy-going. Allow a couple of hours, longer if you're the type who reads every artist statement.

If you're staying at Nordic Glamping at Botswicky - a cracking spot just down the road - this is well worth a wet-weather contingency or a cultural break between woodland walks. Check ahead for opening times and what's currently on, as the programme changes seasonally. Admission details aren't widely advertised online, so ring ahead to avoid a wasted journey.