Spider

Spider is a contemporary art gallery tucked away in Powys, a short drive from Caersws in the heart of Mid Wales. What you'll find inside depends entirely on what's on - it's a working exhibition space rather than a permanent collection, so it pays to check ahead before making the trip. The gallery focuses on contemporary work, which means anything from installations and paintings to photography and mixed media. It's the kind of place that rewards curious visitors who don't mind a bit of uncertainty.

For art enthusiasts and anyone who takes their culture seriously, this is worth a detour if there's something on that catches your eye. It's not the sort of destination to plan an entire day around unless you're combining it with walks in the surrounding countryside - which, frankly, you should be doing anyway in this part of Wales. The location, near Caersws, puts you within easy reach of the Smithy Park and Love2Stay Mid Wales holiday parks if you're basing yourself in the area for a week.

Bring a willingness to discover what's current rather than expecting a fixed experience. Opening hours and admission aren't widely advertised online, so ring ahead or check their website before you go. The gallery rewards the kind of traveller who enjoys the hunt as much as the destination. Allow an hour or so, then head out into the Powys valleys - that's where the real magic happens.