The Little Sheffield Art Gallery

The Little Sheffield Art Gallery sits just outside Sheffield proper, in Derbyshire, and it's exactly what the name suggests - intimate rather than grand. You're looking at local and regional artists displayed across a few tight rooms, the sort of place where you might actually recognise the landscapes on the walls because you've walked those same hills.

It's perfect if you've got an afternoon to kill and you care about contemporary work rather than Old Masters. The scale means you won't spend more than an hour here - that's genuinely enough to see everything properly without feeling rushed. If you're the type who reads the artist statements and wants to understand what's going on, you'll linger a bit longer.

The real value is knowing it's free entry, which makes it a low-stakes stop if you're staying nearby. North Lees Campsite is only six miles away, so it's worth combining with a proper walk in the area - you could easily tack it on before or after exploring the moors properly.

Families with very young children might find it underwhelming; it's not designed for entertaining kids under eight. But teenagers interested in art, or anyone genuinely keen on seeing what's being made locally rather than visiting another blockbuster exhibition, will find it worthwhile. Just check opening hours before you go - small galleries can keep odd schedules.