George and the Dragon

The George and the Dragon gallery sits just outside Great Yarmouth, a proper working space where contemporary art actually lives rather than feels museum-sterile. You're looking at rotating exhibitions and installations across a converted building that doesn't announce itself loudly - which is half the charm. The work here tends toward the thoughtful rather than the blockbuster, so go in expecting conversation pieces rather than fame-hungry names.

It's the kind of place that appeals to anyone sick of the usual Norfolk seaside routine. Families with older kids will find it more engaging than the amusement arcades, though younger ones might lose patience after 45 minutes. Art types and photographers will linger longer, picking over details. The staff aren't pushy, which I appreciated - you can wander at your own pace.

Admission details and exact hours weren't confirmed, so ring ahead before driving over. Give yourself an hour if you're casual about it, longer if the current show grabs you. It's worth combining with a walk into Great Yarmouth's seafront if the weather's cooperative.

If you're based at one of the nearby Haven parks - Seashore is closest at under two miles - this breaks up what could otherwise be a fairly repetitive holiday itinerary. You're never more than 30 minutes from the gallery whichever park you've chosen, so it slots in nicely for a rainy afternoon or that moment when you've had enough of the beach.