Frogs

The Frogs gallery in Sheffield is a contemporary art space that punches well above its weight. It's run by artists for artists, which means the work on display tends to be genuinely interesting rather than the sort of thing that makes you squint and pretend to understand. The exhibitions rotate regularly, so there's always something new to see - from painting and sculpture to digital work and installation pieces.

I'd say this appeals most to anyone with a serious interest in contemporary art rather than casual browsers looking to kill an hour. You'll get more from it if you actually engage with the work rather than treat it as background scenery. The space itself is intimate without feeling cramped, and the staff know what they're talking about if you have questions.

It's the sort of place where you can easily spend forty minutes to an hour, depending on how much the current show grabs you. Worth planning around if you're staying at one of the nearby campsites - Fox Hagg Farm is just three miles away, making it a straightforward trip into the city. If contemporary art leaves you cold, you'll be out the door quickly, so best to check their website first to see what's on. That said, if you're staying in the area and have any interest in what's happening in the current art scene, a visit makes sense. It's the kind of place Sheffield does rather well.