Made in Ross

Made in Ross is a working gallery tucked into Ross-on-Wye that showcases local artists and craftspeople. It's the sort of place where you can actually watch makers at it - potters at wheels, jewellers bent over benches, that kind of thing. The whole setup feels genuinely grassroots rather than polished or corporate.

You'll find everything from ceramics to metalwork, textiles to paintings. Most of it is made on-site or by artists with real connections to Herefordshire. Prices are reasonable, and the staff know what they're talking about because they've usually made half of it themselves.

It works best for anyone who actually cares about craft - people who want to know how things are made, not just buy them. Kids might enjoy watching the potters for ten minutes, but don't expect them to hold their attention for hours. If you're into that sort of thing though, allow a good hour to have a proper look and chat with the makers.

If you're based at Broadmeadow Caravan Park nearby, this is a five-minute wander into town. The whole area around Ross-on-Wye is dotted with independent shops and galleries, so Made in Ross fits well into a morning's browsing. For those staying at White House on Wye Glamping or Greenacres further out, it's worth the short drive in. You'll get far more out of it than another gift shop.