Georgian House Framing & Gallery

This converted Georgian townhouse near West Hill is now home to a contemporary framing and gallery space that punches well above its weight. Inside, you'll find locally made artwork alongside bespoke framing services - the sort of place where you can watch craftspeople at work if you're lucky with timing.

It works best for art enthusiasts and anyone serious about getting a piece properly framed without driving to Exeter or beyond. The Georgian bones of the building are reason enough to step inside, and the gallery rotation changes often enough that repeat visitors won't be treading old ground. Give yourself 30 minutes to an hour depending on what's on display and whether you fancy a chat with the owners about the work.

The real appeal here is the local angle. This isn't a chain operation - it's a proper independent setup, the kind that makes a market town worth stopping in during a touring holiday. If you're staying at Cuckoo Down Farm Glamping just down the road, it's an easy detour on a drizzly afternoon when the campsite's not calling you outdoors.

Practical note: opening hours and admission details weren't pinned down at the time of research, so ring ahead or check their social media before making the trip. Worth doing though, especially if you've got a piece needing professional framing or you're genuinely interested in contemporary Devon artwork rather than just passing through.