Other People's Photographs Brockman Road

The gallery sits on Brockman Road, a short drive from Folkestone, and it's exactly what the name suggests - a space dedicated to photography that isn't yours. Walking in, you're confronted with work by emerging and established photographers whose images line the walls. The quality varies, which is partly the point; this isn't a slick commercial space curating only the obvious crowd-pleasers.

It's a proper low-key affair. You'll spend maybe 30 to 45 minutes browsing unless you get stuck on a particular series. The lighting could be better in places, and some exhibitions lean experimental - which means they'll either grab you or they won't. Photography enthusiasts and people serious about visual art will find something worthwhile here. Families with restless children might find it a bit of a non-starter, unless the kids are already into that sort of thing.

I'd suggest checking their schedule before heading over, as programming matters; you want to catch an exhibition that speaks to you, not just whatever happens to be up. If you're basing yourself at one of the nearby caravan parks - Varne Ridge or Black Horse Farm are close by - it's worth a rainy afternoon detour. Pair it with a walk around Folkestone's creative quarter rather than treating it as a standalone day out. Admission details weren't clear from my visit, so ring ahead to confirm they're open and whether there's a charge.