Lamb of God

The Lamb of God is a working artist's studio and gallery tucked away in the Norfolk countryside east of Norwich, run by the artist collective Via Beata. You'll find original paintings, prints, and installations in a converted rural space that still feels properly lived-in rather than sterile. It's the sort of place where you can actually chat with the makers about their work, which beats most high street galleries hollow.

This works best for anyone serious about contemporary art - not a quick Instagram stop. Expect abstract and figurative work with religious and philosophical themes running through it. If you're after pretty watercolours of Norfolk villages, you'll be disappointed. But if you want to see what's happening in the regional art scene, it's worth the drive from Norwich.

You'll need to check their website for opening hours and admission costs before you visit, as these aren't fixed. Allow a good hour if you're genuinely interested; less if you're just browsing. The bonus is that both Applewood Countryside Holidays and Wild With Nature are within easy reach - 1.6 and 4.7 miles respectively - so you can pair a gallery visit with a proper Norfolk countryside stay. Combine it with a walk through the local lanes and you've got a decent half-day sortie. Beats sitting in a holiday lodge waiting for the rain to stop.