Made to Measure 2017

Contemporary art doesn't always announce itself loudly, and Made to Measure 2017 proves the point. This gallery space in Cambridge showcases work that demands you slow down and actually look - no twee watercolours or safe abstracts, but proper engagement with what artists are making right now. The 2017 iteration focuses on work that challenges how we think about craft, scale, and intention. You'll find pieces that make you question your assumptions, which is exactly what good galleries should do.

History buffs won't find much here - this is very much about the present moment and contemporary practice. But if you're interested in visual art, design, or what's happening in British galleries beyond the obvious names, it's worth the trip from Cambridge town centre. Walkers might combine it with the Backs or Grantchester Meadows nearby, though it's more of a focused stop than a full afternoon's activity.

Allow an hour, maybe ninety minutes if you're properly engaged. The intimate scale means you won't feel rushed. Best approached with genuine curiosity rather than expecting to tick a box - this isn't the sort of place that plays well with impatient partners or restless kids.

If you're based at Lodeside Glamping Cambridge or Fen Meadows, both just over six miles away, this makes a cracking rainy-day or evening activity. Check ahead for current exhibitions and opening hours, as independent galleries can be a bit variable with their schedules.