The Absentee Pig by Julian Trevelyan

You'll spot it on the streets of Winchester - a rather cheeky bollard that's actually a work of art. The Absentee Pig by Julian Trevelyon is one of those public pieces that stops you mid-stride, makes you smile, and reminds you that art doesn't always live behind gallery walls. It's a bollard, yes, but painted with character and wit in a way that transforms a functional street fixture into something worth seeking out.

This is the sort of thing that appeals to anyone who appreciates unconventional creativity - families with older kids will get a kick out of spotting it, art enthusiasts will appreciate Trevelyon's cheeky approach, and wanderers will find it rewards the kind of aimless exploration that makes city breaks interesting. Winchester's centre is compact enough that you can stumble across pieces like this while pottering between the cathedral and the high street.

Best bit? It's free and available whenever you're in town. You won't need to plan around opening hours or book ahead - just keep your eyes open as you walk. Allow yourself a leisurely morning strolling Winchester's streets to clock the various public art installations scattered about. If you're staying at Winchester Morn Hill or Hookpit Farm just outside town, this makes for an easy ramble on foot. Holden Farm, a bit further out, also puts you within reasonable striking distance if you're basing yourselves there for a wider park holiday. It's the sort of discovery that adds texture to a weekend away rather than being a destination in itself.