Fish Express

Fish Express is a working gallery in Cumbria that showcases contemporary art with a focus on aquatic and natural themes - though honestly, the specifics of what's on at any given moment are a bit thin on the ground online. It's the sort of place you'd stumble upon while exploring Kendal rather than plan a trip around, unless you're genuinely keen on local contemporary work.

The gallery itself tends to attract art enthusiasts and people with a genuine interest in regional artists. If you're camping nearby - and there's no shortage of options within three miles, from Kendal Camping and Caravanning Club Site to Windermere Camping and Caravanning Club Site - it's worth a quick visit on a rainy afternoon or as part of a broader Kendal crawl.

What makes it worth knowing about is that it's free to browse and doesn't demand hours of your time. You're looking at thirty minutes to an hour, tops, depending on how much the work grabs you. The opening hours aren't widely advertised, so your best bet is ringing ahead or checking locally when you arrive.

Fits neatly into a Lakeland holiday without derailing your plans. Pair it with a walk around Kendal itself or head up to Windermere if you want something with more pull. It's decent enough as a break from the outdoors, but don't expect it to be the highlight of your trip.