Stone Shrub

Contemporary art in an old industrial setting - that's Stone Shrub's calling card. This Sheffield gallery occupies a converted warehouse space, the kind of venue that feels proper cool the moment you walk through the door. The work on display ranges from sculpture and installation pieces to photography and mixed media, with a strong emphasis on emerging artists and experimental work.

You'll spend anywhere from an hour to three hours here depending on how deeply you engage with the pieces. The gallery doesn't overwhelm you with volume - it's curated with restraint, which is refreshing. Worth noting: it's not a place to drag reluctant teenagers or very young children. This is for adults who actually want to look at contemporary art, or older kids who've developed a genuine interest.

The admission structure and opening hours aren't fixed across all visiting times, so ring ahead before making the journey. Sheffield's art scene has genuinely picked up pace over the past decade, and Stone Shrub sits comfortably within that ecosystem.

If you're basing yourself at Greensprings Caravan Park or Boots and Bubbles glamping nearby, the gallery makes for a solid afternoon break between walking or outdoor activities. It's less than six miles from both sites, so easily managed. Better still in summer when you might catch an evening opening or a special event - the warehouse space lends itself brilliantly to that sort of thing.