New World Order

The gallery sits near Dunkeld in a part of Scotland that doesn't shout about itself, which is rather the point. New World Order is a contemporary art space that takes itself seriously without the usual gallery stuffiness - the kind of place where you might actually want to spend time rather than rushing through to tick a box.

It's small enough that you won't lose half a day, but substantial enough to warrant the drive if you're staying at Inver Mill Farm Caravan Park or Erigmore Holiday Park nearby. The work tends toward the thought-provoking rather than the Instagram-friendly, which appeals to people who genuinely care about what they're looking at. Contemporary art fans and those interested in how Scottish creatives are pushing things forward will get far more from it than casual browsers.

The space itself has character - no corporate polish, just an honest approach to showing work. Dunkeld's close enough that you could tie it to a walk along the Tay or a proper afternoon in town. The surrounding countryside is genuinely lovely, and if you're based at either of the nearby parks, this becomes a natural rainy-day option or a deliberately planned visit rather than a tourist trap.

Check ahead though - opening hours aren't straightforward, and admission details aren't always obvious online. It's worth phoning before you make the journey, particularly if you're hoping to see a specific exhibition. Well worth the detour if contemporary art speaks to you.