Rob Wilson Art Gallery

The Rob Wilson Art Gallery sits tucked away in Macclesfield, and if you're passing through Cheshire, it's worth a quick detour. Wilson's work spans painting and sculpture - there's a real sense of craftsmanship on display, the kind that makes you want to linger rather than just tick a box. The gallery itself isn't vast, which means you won't spend hours wandering, but that's rather the point. You get a proper look at what's on without the fatigue that comes with bigger institutions.

It appeals most to art enthusiasts and anyone curious about contemporary work, though it's not so heavy-handed that casual visitors will feel out of their depth. The setting is intimate enough that you can actually think about what you're looking at. Opening hours and admission charges aren't advertised online, so ring ahead before you go - nothing worse than arriving to find the door locked.

If you're staying at Eastwood End Caravan Park just down the road, the gallery makes for a civilised break from park life. Macclesfield itself has enough going on - decent high street shops, some good cafes - that you could easily string together a morning visit here with lunch and a wander round town. Not a destination by itself, but a solid addition to a Cheshire holiday.