The Lamb

The Lamb sits quietly in Canterbury, a gallery that doesn't announce itself with fanfare but rewards anyone who finds it. It's a proper working art space - the kind where you genuinely feel like you've stumbled onto something local rather than tourist-trap polished.

What actually happens there depends on the season and which artists are exhibiting, so there's no single thing to expect. You might walk into contemporary painting, sculpture, installation work, or anything in between. The space itself has character - old bones, the sort of bones that feel right for showing art.

Historically minded types and serious art collectors tend to get the most from it. If you're after something loud and showy, you'll be disappointed. If you want to see work by emerging or mid-career artists without the pretension of London galleries, it's worth an hour of your time.

Canterbuy's close enough that you could easily visit while based at one of the nearby camping spots - Canterbury Camping and Caravanning Club Campsite is barely a mile away, or try one of the glamping options like Mount Ephraim or Preston Court if you want something a touch cosier. The cathedral and city centre are right there too, so you can layer it into a proper day rather than making a special trip.

One slight frustration: opening hours and admission aren't reliably listed online, so ring ahead or check while you're in Canterbury. Don't waste a journey turning up only to find it closed.