Oxenham Gallery Ltd

The Oxenham Gallery sits within easy reach of Hereford, a proper working art space that punches above its weight in a county more famous for cider than contemporary art. What you'll find here depends entirely on what's on - the gallery hosts rotating exhibitions rather than a permanent collection, so it pays to check what's showing before you make the trip.

Local artists and craftspeople dominate the programme, which means the work has genuine roots in the Herefordshire landscape and character. Some exhibitions lean toward the experimental; others showcase traditional painting and sculpture. It's the kind of place where you might stumble across something genuinely interesting or find it's not your cup of tea at all.

This works best for art enthusiasts and anyone curious about what the local creative scene is producing. You won't need more than an hour here unless you're the type to read every word on the walls. Families with older kids interested in art might enjoy it; younger ones will likely get restless.

If you're camping at Ridge Hill, Broadmeadow, or one of the other sites dotted within a few miles of Hereford, the gallery makes a reasonable half-hour detour on a rainy afternoon. Just ring ahead or check online first - opening hours aren't always straightforward for smaller galleries, and you don't want to drive over only to find the doors shut.