One Paved Court

One Paved Court sits quietly in Surrey, a contemporary gallery space that punches above its weight for a small-town venue. It's the sort of place you'd miss entirely if you weren't looking for it, tucked away from the main drag near Chessington. Inside, you'll find rotating exhibitions that lean towards modern and contemporary work - the kind of space that takes itself seriously without being precious about it.

The gallery draws a mixed crowd: proper art enthusiasts who know what they're after, curious locals looking for something different, and the occasional school group. It's not a destination in itself if you're honest, but it's brilliant if you're already in the area. The scale means you won't spend hours here - factor in 45 minutes to an hour depending on what's on. Kids might find some exhibitions engaging, others less so; it depends entirely on what's hung on the walls at any given moment.

If you're staying at Walton on Thames Camping and Caravanning Club Site just down the road, this makes a good rainy-day stop or a cultural breather between park activities. Check ahead for opening hours and current exhibitions before you visit - it's worth ringing first to avoid a wasted journey. Free or paid entry isn't guaranteed either, so don't turn up expecting one or the other. It's a solid addition to a South East camping trip if you want a bit of art alongside the outdoors, nothing more.