Studio 67 Shrewsbury

Studio 67 is a contemporary art space right in Shrewsbury town centre, housed in a converted warehouse that still has that raw industrial feel. The gallery specializes in work by emerging and established artists, with rotating exhibitions that change regularly - think painting, sculpture, installation, photography. On my last visit the space was genuinely buzzing, the kind of place where you might spend twenty minutes or two hours depending on what's on. It's free to wander round, which is always a bonus.

The crowd here tends to be local creatives and serious art types rather than casual browsers, so if you're the sort who reads the artist statements and wants to chat to gallery staff about what's on, you'll get far more from it than if you're just looking for something to fill a rainy afternoon. There's proper support for regional talent, and the space itself is worth seeing - industrial beams, good natural light, the sort of place that makes art look good.

Located within easy walking distance of Shrewsbury's medieval centre and the river, it works well as part of a day exploring the town's independent galleries and cafes rather than a standalone destination. If you're staying at one of the caravan parks nearby - Love2Stay is closest at just over two miles - it's worth checking their website or social media before visiting to see what's currently on. The gallery's opening hours and admission prices aren't listed online, so a quick call ahead makes sense.