Peter Deighan

Art galleries tucked away in Hertfordshire aren't always easy to find, and Peter Deighan's space near Dunstable is exactly that kind of place - worth knowing about if you're into contemporary work but not somewhere you'd stumble upon by accident. The gallery showcases Deighan's own pieces, which tend toward the abstract and figurative, depending on what phase he's working through. It's a proper artist's studio setup rather than a polished commercial gallery, which means you get a sense of the work in progress, the thinking behind it all.

You'll want to ring ahead before making the trip - opening hours aren't the sort that run like clockwork. It's free to look around, which is always appreciated, though if something speaks to you, prints and originals are available for purchase.

For families camping at Merlin Farm near Whipsnade Zoo, this could be a rainy afternoon diversion if you've got teenagers interested in art, though younger kids might find it a bit slow. The gallery itself won't take more than an hour, so it works best paired with other Chiltern Hills activities - walks, the zoo itself, or a village wander round Dunstable.

Honestly? It's niche. If contemporary art is your thing and you're based nearby at one of the caravan sites, definitely worth investigating. Everyone else can probably give it a miss.