Sidcot Arts Centre

Sidcot Arts Centre sits just outside Winscombe in the heart of Somerset's Mendip country, and it's worth a proper look if you're camping nearby. The gallery showcases contemporary work from local and regional artists - the kind of place where you might stumble across something genuinely interesting rather than predictable tourist tat. Exhibitions rotate regularly, so what's on depends when you visit, but the space itself has that unpretentious feel you get from community-run venues that actually know their audience.

You're looking at an hour or so to browse without rushing, maybe two if something really grabs you. It's ideal for artists and anyone interested in what's happening in the Somerset art scene right now, though families with restless kids might find it a bit niche. The Mendip Basecamp and The Batch are both walking distance away if you're basing yourself at either campsite - perfectly manageable before breakfast or as an afternoon break from walking in the Gorge.

Before you make the trip, ring ahead or check their website for opening times and current exhibitions. Entry details aren't confirmed, but most small galleries like this are either free or charge a couple of quid. It's the sort of place that rewards a detour if you're spending time in this area, but you wouldn't travel specifically for it. That said, combined with Cheddar's outdoor attractions and the walk through Cheddar Gorge itself, it slots nicely into a week's holiday itinerary.