The Drawing Rooms - Gallery & Venue

The Drawing Rooms sits in Meopham, a proper working gallery space where you can actually watch artists at it rather than just gawping at finished pieces behind glass. It's a dual-purpose setup - part exhibition venue, part working studio - which means the vibe is altogether different from your typical sterile gallery experience. You'll find contemporary work alongside craft pieces, and the whole thing feels refreshingly unpretentious.

It works best for anyone with a genuine interest in art and makers. If you're the type who wants to chat with artists about their process, you'll get more from a visit here than you would from a slick commercial space. Kids might find it a bit of a hard sell unless they're already keen on art - there's not much here to occupy the under-tens for long. History enthusiasts won't find much historical content, but if you're into current creative practice, it's worth an afternoon.

The gallery sits within easy reach of several camping spots. Gatehouse Wood Country Park and Badgells Wood Camping are both under three miles away, making it feasible as a stop during a wider Kentish countryside holiday. Kits Coty Glamping and River View Camping are equally accessible if you're basing yourself in the area for a few days.

Check ahead on opening hours and admission before heading over - details aren't widely advertised online. Allow an hour if it's a quiet day, longer if there's a proper exhibition on and you want to linger.