South Street Gallery & Picture Framing

You'll find this place tucked away on South Street in Tadworth, and it's genuinely worth stopping by if you're in the area. The gallery stocks contemporary art and photography from local and regional artists - the sort of work that makes you think rather than just fills wall space. The picture framing side is the real draw for serious collectors; the team know their stuff about conservation and presentation, which matters when you've bought something worth keeping.

It's best suited to art enthusiasts and anyone after something specific to take home - not a place to drag reluctant teenagers round for hours. Expect to spend 30 to 45 minutes browsing unless you're genuinely hunting for a piece. The work changes regularly enough that repeat visitors won't feel like they're seeing the same show.

Open Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm, with free admission as far as I can tell from their site. It makes a sensible afternoon stop if you're camping at Henfold Lakes or The Green Escape nearby - both within five miles. If the weather's foul or you need a break from the countryside, this beats sitting in a café. Nothing fancy, just a working gallery that takes its job seriously. Worth the detour if contemporary art interests you; skip it otherwise.