Trial with Light

You'll find Trial with Light tucked into the Canary Wharf estate, which honestly shouldn't work as an art destination but does. It's a visual arts installation in one of London's slicker commercial zones - the kind of place you'd normally rush through to catch a train. Instead, you might actually linger.

The piece itself plays with light and perception in ways that make you look twice at something you'd otherwise ignore. It's the sort of work that reminds you why contemporary art matters, even when it's plonked next to gleaming office towers and expensive restaurants. You won't need more than 20 minutes here, maybe 30 if you're properly taking it in.

Best suited to anyone with a passing interest in modern art or those looking for a cultural break while exploring the Wharf itself. Kids might find it a bit abstract for their taste, though younger teenagers who've got an eye for visual stuff will likely get it. It's free, which is the main thing - no faffing about with tickets.

If you're based at Abbey Wood Experience Freedom Glamping, you're only about six miles away, making this a straightforward afternoon detour when you're in the city. Pop over to the Wharf, have a look at Trial with Light, grab a coffee, and head back. It's not going to eat up your whole day, but it's worth the trip if you're already heading that direction.