Old Fair Mosaic

The Old Fair Mosaic is tucked away in Crediton, a market town that doesn't shout about its attractions. It's a gallery space dedicated to mosaic work - the sort of place that rewards a leisurely afternoon if you've got the time. The mosaics themselves range from contemporary pieces to historical works, and there's something genuinely absorbing about studying the detail up close. Colour, pattern, the way light plays across the tiles - it draws you in.

This is strictly for people who actually care about craftsmanship and visual art. If you're dragging reluctant teenagers around, they'll clock it in twenty minutes and want to move on. But if you're the type who stops to examine how artists layer their materials, you could easily spend an hour here. Art students and anyone with a serious interest in traditional or modern mosaic techniques will find it worthwhile.

Crediton itself is pleasant enough for a wander - decent high street, decent pubs - though it's not a massive destination. If you're staying at Yeatheridge Farm Caravan Park just outside town, the Old Fair Mosaic makes a good rainy-day option or a cultural break between outdoor activities. It's low-key rather than essential, but solid if it fits your interests. Call ahead to check opening hours and whether admission is charged - details weren't readily available online when I looked.