Mattie Luxe Aesthetics

An art gallery in Musselburgh that punches above its weight. Mattie Luxe Aesthetics is a contemporary space focusing on visual art - the kind of place where you'll find everything from photography and painting to mixed media installations. It's compact enough to explore in an hour, which makes it useful as a half-day addition to a wider East Lothian outing rather than a destination in itself.

The gallery draws a mix of serious art types and casual visitors curious about what's on. If you're staying at Drummohr Camping & Glamping Site just down the road, it's worth a quick look before heading into Musselburgh proper for lunch or a wander along the waterfront. The work on display changes regularly, so there's reason to return if you're in the area more than once.

Best visited when there's a current exhibition that catches your interest - ringing ahead is sensible since opening hours aren't widely publicised. Admission details are similarly vague online, but independent galleries like this are usually either free or charge modest entry fees. Couples and anyone with an interest in contemporary art will get the most from it; young children might lose patience quickly. If you're combining a camping holiday with exploring the coast and countryside around Musselburgh, slot this in on a quieter afternoon rather than counting it as a main event.