Porlock Phone Box Gallery

Someone's converted a red telephone box in Porlock into an actual art gallery. It sounds like a joke until you realise it's a genuinely clever use of space - this Somerset village has basically turned an old BT relic into a rotating exhibition space. You'll find local artwork displayed inside, which changes regularly, so there's a reason to pop back if you're in the area more than once.

It's the sort of thing that works brilliantly as a quick detour rather than a destination in itself. Five minutes to have a look, maybe a chat with whoever's running it if they're about. Art enthusiasts and anyone who appreciates a bit of creative problem-solving will get a kick out of it. Kids find it amusing - there's something magical about climbing into a phone box that isn't actually a phone box anymore.

Parking in Porlock is straightforward, and the village itself is worth a wander if you're staying at Minehead Caravan and Motorhome Club or Butlins Minehead - both are under seven miles away. The seafront at Minehead is the proper draw for a week's holiday, but Porlock's quieter appeal and this curious little gallery fit nicely into a morning exploring the coast. No admission fee that we're aware of, though it's worth checking locally when you arrive. Opening hours are loose - it depends on volunteers - so don't plan your day around it. Call into the local tourist information if it's shut when you pass.