Prospect/Trust

The gallery sits in Argyll, a few miles from Helensburgh, and it's one of those places that rewards a bit of curiosity. Prospect/Trust is a working contemporary art space - think artists' studios and exhibition rooms rather than a polished white-cube affair. What you'll find depends entirely on when you visit and who's showing, which means repeat trips never feel the same.

It's not a massive operation. You're looking at maybe an hour to properly look around, longer if you strike up conversation with whoever's working that day - and people do, because it's that sort of place. The work tends toward the experimental end of things, and it's clearly run by people who actually give a damn about what they're showing, not just what shifts units.

This works best for anyone with a genuine interest in contemporary practice. If you're dragging reluctant teenagers or after an easy cultural tick-box, you might find it a bit thin. But if you're the sort who likes stumbling onto something that feels real and not tourist-tested, it's well worth the detour from Helensburgh.

If you're based at Rosneath Castle Caravan Park nearby, it's an easy run - close enough for a morning poke around without eating half your day. Ring ahead before you go though. Opening hours and admission details aren't straightforward, and you'll want to know what's actually on rather than showing up to a closed door.