Smedley Fine Art

Smedley Fine Art sits quietly in St Andrews, the sort of gallery you'd walk past without noticing if you weren't paying attention. It's a proper contemporary space showcasing work from emerging and established artists - paintings, sculptures, prints, the usual gallery fare done well. The staff know their stuff and won't buttonhole you if you just want to look around in peace.

This is one for people who actually care about art rather than ticking off attractions. If you're staying at one of the nearby parks - St Andrews Holiday Park is just over a mile away, or Craigtoun Meadows if you want something with more facilities - it's worth a 20-minute wander into town. Pair it with the castle ruins and the beach and you've got a proper afternoon. Kids will tolerate it for maybe 45 minutes, depending on how arty they are.

Best to ring ahead or check their social media for opening hours and what's on - galleries like this often shift their schedule or close for private events. Admission is usually free, which is always nice. It's the kind of place that reveals itself slowly. You might pop in expecting 15 minutes and end up chatting to the owner about a particular piece for an hour. That's when you know it's worth the visit.