The Angel Space on South Street

South Street in Totnes isn't what you'd call a thrilling destination on first glance, but The Angel Space tucked away here has quietly become a proper talking point. It's a contemporary art and community venue that punches above its weight - think gallery space, workshop studios, and a café where locals actually sit for hours rather than rushing through.

What you'll find depends on when you visit. There are rotating exhibitions, artist residencies, and regular events that range from talks to live music. The space itself occupies a historic building, so there's a pleasant collision between old bones and new thinking. It's the kind of place where you stumble in thinking you'll spend twenty minutes and end up chatting to someone about their ceramics practice.

This works best for adults with an interest in contemporary art or local creative work - not really a children's attraction, though teenagers might find it engaging depending on what's on. You won't need more than an hour unless an event is happening.

If you're camping nearby at Ramslade or Whitehill Country Park, Totnes itself makes a decent afternoon away from the caravan sites. The Angel Space fits nicely into a broader wander around the town's independent shops and riverside. Check before you go though - opening hours and admission fees aren't widely publicised, so a quick call ahead saves a wasted trip.