Samantha Redmill Art

You'll find Samantha Redmill's studio and gallery just outside Salisbury, where this artist works with paint and printmaking in a proper hands-on space. It's the kind of place where you can actually watch work being made or browse finished pieces in a setting that feels lived-in rather than sterile. The artist focuses on contemporary work that speaks to landscape and nature - often with that particular quality of light you get across Wiltshire's chalk downs.

This works brilliantly if you're into art and craft but aren't keen on the formality of major institutions. You get a real sense of process here, not just the finished article. It's quieter than a traditional gallery, which some will find refreshing and others might find a bit too intimate. Worth ringing ahead to check opening times and whether you need an appointment - small artist studios can be unpredictable about walk-ins.

If you're camping at Salisbury Camping and Caravanning Club Site or Bake Farm, both within easy driving distance, this makes a decent afternoon detour rather than a destination in itself. Pair it with Salisbury's cathedral and market town wandering rather than expecting to spend hours here. The nearby Summerlands Caravan Park is slightly further out but worth the extra distance if ratings matter to you.