Hippos

Walking into Hippos feels like stepping into someone's private collection - which, in a sense, you are. This gallery in Glenrothes showcases contemporary art and design in a space that's refreshingly unpretentious. The work on display changes regularly, so there's genuine reason to revisit if you're staying in the area for a few days.

It's the sort of place that appeals most to people who actually care about what they're looking at rather than ticking boxes. You won't find crowds here, which is either brilliant or a bit unsettling depending on your mood. Families with teenagers interested in art will find it worthwhile; younger children might lose interest fairly quickly, truth be told.

The real strength is how Hippos slots into a Fife break. Glenrothes itself isn't dramatic - it's an overspill town from the 1960s - but it's got good access to the coast and proper Fife countryside. If you're based at Kingdom Caravan Park or Balbirnie Park nearby, you can easily pop in between beach walks or heading towards the East Neuk villages. The gallery won't eat up your whole afternoon, which means you can combine it with actual exploring rather than making it your main event.

I'd ring ahead before visiting to check opening times and what's currently on. Entry details weren't clear from what I could find, so don't assume it's free - though galleries of this size often are.