The Circle Gallery

The Circle Gallery sits in Bracknell Forest, a contemporary art space that punches above its weight for a town better known for retail parks and commuter trains. It's a working gallery showcasing rotating exhibitions of visual art - paintings, installations, photography - from established and emerging artists. Depending on what's on when you visit, you might spend anything from twenty minutes to a couple of hours here. The space itself is clean and light, proper gallery feel without the stuffiness of the big London institutions.

This works well for art-minded types and anyone after a cultural breather during a caravan park stay. If you're staying at Warfield Park or Scotlands House Campsite - both solid options close by - it's an easy addition to a day out. You won't need to plan around it; pop in when the mood takes. The admission policy and opening hours vary by exhibition, so a quick call ahead makes sense before you make the trip.

Windsor's only a short drive away, so you could easily build this into a broader outing - combine it with the castle, the riverside, the shops. On its own merits, though, The Circle Gallery works best if there's an exhibition that genuinely appeals to you. Don't go expecting major contemporary art names or blockbuster shows. Go because you want something local and unpretentious.