Megmayo Illustrations

Megmayo Illustrations is a proper gem tucked away near Waterlooville, a gallery dedicated to showcasing illustration work in a way that feels personal rather than corporate. The space itself has the feel of somewhere that genuinely cares about what it's displaying - you'll find contemporary illustration pieces that range from fine art to commercial work, all hung with enough breathing room that you're not crammed in with dozens of other visitors.

It's the sort of place that will absolutely grip anyone who draws, designs, or just appreciates illustration as a serious craft. Illustrators themselves tend to linger longest, studying technique and style. If you've got kids who are into art, they might enjoy it, though it's not interactive enough to hold fidgety youngsters for more than half an hour. For general art tourists, it depends whether you're genuinely interested in the medium - if you're checking every gallery within a ten-mile radius, you'll find something worthwhile here.

The location works well for a broader Hampshire break. Waterlooville itself is fairly unremarkable, but the gallery sits within reach of Hayling Island Holiday Park and Mill Rythe Coastal Village, both around five miles away. That puts you close enough for a morning visit before heading to the coast, or a rainy-day cultural fix between beach days. Admission details and exact opening hours aren't widely publicised online, so ring ahead or check when you're booking your caravan park - they'll usually know what's worth visiting nearby.