No1 West Street

You'll find this contemporary gallery tucked into Glastonbury's town centre, a working art space that actually feels lived-in rather than sterile. No1 West Street showcases local and emerging artists across painting, sculpture, and mixed media - the kind of place where the work changes regularly enough that repeat visits make sense.

The gallery itself is intimate. You're not wandering through vast halls; instead it's a proper discovery, the sort of space where you can spend twenty minutes or an hour depending on what's on and whether the artist is around to chat. Glastonbury attracts all sorts, so the work ranges from experimental installation pieces to more traditional landscape painting, often with that slightly alternative edge you'd expect from the area.

It works best for art enthusiasts and anyone wanting a break from outdoor activities rather than families with restless kids. If you're camping at Orchard Farm or Thorney Lakes and fancy an afternoon in town, this is worth an hour on the high street. The surrounding shops and cafes mean you can make a proper outing of it without relying on the gallery alone to fill your time.

Check ahead for opening hours and whether there's any admission charge - independent galleries can be a bit variable about this. Glastonbury itself is worth a full day if you're into the Tor, the Abbey ruins, or just soaking up the town's peculiar atmosphere.