The French Collection Studio Gallery

You'll find this studio gallery tucked away in the Wiltshire countryside near Salisbury, a proper working space where the artist actually creates rather than just displays finished pieces. The French Collection is exactly what the name suggests - a curated selection of art with French influences, though the gallery itself feels distinctly English in its intimate, unpretentious approach.

What you get is access to original artwork in progress and completed pieces, depending on when you visit. It's not a massive space or a day-long attraction - reckon on an hour if you're genuinely interested in the work, less if you're just passing through. The real appeal is the chance to chat with the artist if they're there, which beats standing alone in a sterile white-cube gallery any day.

This works best if you're already exploring the Salisbury area with time to spare. Pair it with a stroll through Salisbury itself - the cathedral is unmissable - or base yourself at Salisbury Hillside Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite, just five miles away, and use it as a quieter spot to unwind between outings. It's the sort of place that won't make your holiday itinerary on its own, but if you're interested in contemporary art and prefer studios to galleries, it's worth the detour. Call ahead before visiting - as a working studio, opening times aren't always predictable.