Sculpture Park

Walking through this Cornish sculpture park, you're confronted by proper art in the round - literally. The pieces are scattered across the grounds rather than crammed into a gallery, which means you get to experience them in real light and real space, not some filtered white-cube nonsense.

It's the kind of place that works brilliantly if you're staying at Henry's Camp Site just down the road. Depending on your tolerance for contemporary art, you could spend anywhere from 45 minutes to two hours here. Families with older kids will find it engaging enough, though younger ones might tire if the weather's rough. The grounds themselves are worth the walk regardless of whether the sculptures speak to you.

What makes it different from a traditional gallery is the freedom to approach the work on your own terms - no queuing, no enforced routes. You'll stumble upon pieces around corners, catch them from different angles as you move. Some installations look better from one vantage point than another, which keeps things interesting.

The admission situation and opening hours aren't always clearly flagged online, so ringing ahead before you visit is sensible. It's very much a fair-weather destination - proper Cornish drizzle doesn't do anyone favours when you're trying to appreciate outdoor sculpture. Plan it for a bright morning if you can. It's a solid diversion if you're based locally, rather than a reason to travel across the county for.