Haddock

Haddock is a contemporary art gallery tucked away in East Yorkshire, just outside Beverley, that punches above its weight. The space itself is refreshingly unpretentious - no cathedral-like austerity or precious atmosphere that makes you whisper. Instead, it feels like stepping into someone's living room who happens to have exceptional taste in art.

The gallery rotates its programme regularly, so there's always something new on the walls. You're looking at work from emerging and established artists, with a genuine focus on making art accessible rather than intimidating. That said, it's not a five-minute dash. Allow a good hour if you're genuinely interested, though you could pop in for twenty minutes if you're passing through Beverley.

This works brilliantly alongside a stay at Manor Farm Camping, which is only 5.3 miles away. It's the sort of place that pairs well with a morning in Beverley itself - the medieval minster is genuinely magnificent - then an afternoon contemplating art before heading back to base. Solo visitors and art enthusiasts will get the most from it, though families with teenagers interested in contemporary work won't feel out of place.

Admission details aren't widely publicised online, so it's worth phoning ahead or checking their website before you go. Opening hours can be variable, particularly outside summer months. The gallery rewards a bit of planning rather than a spontaneous drop-in, but that's never a bad thing.