Gunn's Gallery

Gunn's Gallery sits in Lynton, a proper little art space that doesn't announce itself with fanfare but rewards a wander inside. The focus is on contemporary work and you'll find rotating exhibitions that tend toward accessible rather than deliberately obscure - oils, watercolours, sculpture. It's the kind of place where the owner clearly knows what they're showing and why.

For anyone staying at Lynmouth Holiday Retreat just down the road, this makes a solid half-hour diversion on a drizzly afternoon. Art enthusiasts will get more from it than casual visitors, and it's perfect if you're tired of the coastal paths and want to be indoors for a bit. Kids won't be desperate to linger unless they're genuinely keen on painting.

The exact opening hours and admission prices aren't locked down online, so ring ahead or check when you're in Lynton - it's small enough that calling is your best bet. Allow 30-45 minutes max, longer only if you're really taken with what's on the walls. The gallery sits conveniently in the town centre, so you can combine it with lunch or a coffee without any detour. Worth knowing about if you're doing the coastal bit of North Devon, but don't rearrange your itinerary for it. Go if you're passing. Skip if you've got limited time.