Sea Trout

The Sea Trout gallery sits in Beverley, a market town that's been quietly getting on with life for centuries without much fuss. It's a contemporary art space that punches above its weight - the sort of place locals will tell you about if you ask the right questions, but tourists often walk straight past. Inside you'll find rotating exhibitions of work from established and emerging artists, usually with a strong emphasis on painting and sculpture. The space itself is modern and uncluttered, which means the art gets proper attention rather than fighting with the room for your eye.

This isn't a morning-killing operation. Most visitors reckon 45 minutes to an hour does it, depending on what's on and how long you linger. It works well as part of a broader afternoon in Beverley - the town's got decent pubs, a beautiful minster, and enough independent shops to keep you occupied. If you're the type who appreciates contemporary work but doesn't need a massive institution to prove the point, you'll find it worth a look. Families with older kids interested in art will get something from it; younger children might find it a bit sparse.

The campsite options nearby - Manor Farm and Spring Valley are both well-regarded - make this a reasonable stop if you're basing yourself in the area for a few days. Check ahead for opening times and admission fees, as these smaller galleries sometimes keep irregular hours. Worth ringing before you make the trip, really.