Fishguard Herring

Fishguard Herring is an art gallery tucked into the town of Fishguard itself, a working harbour town on Pembrokeshire's north coast that feels properly removed from the usual Welsh tourist circuit. The gallery focuses on contemporary work, though what you'll find hanging on the walls shifts with the seasons - it's the kind of place where local artists rub shoulders with visiting makers. Spend 45 minutes here rather than two hours; it's intimate without being claustrophobic, and the work tends to spark real conversations rather than the usual gallery trudge.

This is worth the stop if you're into art and craft, though not a reason to drive three hours out of your way on its own. Pair it with a walk around Fishguard's lower town - the harbour itself is genuinely charming, with proper fishermen's cottages and the sort of light that makes photographers weep. If you're bringing kids, they'll be bored after 20 minutes unless they're the type who actually care about contemporary work.

Fishguard Holiday Park sits just 0.6 miles away, making it ridiculously convenient if you're camping or glamping in the area. Fishguard Bay Resort and Tregroes Caravan Camping are both within spitting distance too, so you could easily slot an hour in town between breakfast and a coastal walk. Pop in on a quieter weekday morning when the space feels less like a duty and more like you've stumbled upon something worth your time. Opening hours and admission aren't always advertised online, so ring ahead if you're making a special trip.