Turbot

Turbot is a contemporary art gallery tucked away in Beverley, that proper East Yorkshire market town that most people only pass through on their way somewhere else. The space itself is intimate - the kind of place where you actually notice what's on the walls rather than rushing past in a daze. They show a rotating mix of work from emerging and established artists, with an emphasis on painting and sculpture that leans modern without being aggressively conceptual.

It's the sort of gallery that works best if you're already in Beverley for other reasons - a browse round the Saturday market, lunch at one of the decent cafes on Saturday Market, that kind of thing. You won't need more than an hour here, and frankly that's fine. It's not a destination in itself, but it's a genuinely worthwhile stop if you're spending time in town.

Family groups with older kids might find something to talk about. History buffs and serious art types will either love it or find it slight, depending on what's showing when you visit. The real value comes from catching work from artists you might not see elsewhere - Beverley doesn't get the footfall of bigger cities, which means the gallery can take genuine risks with its programming.

If you're camping at Manor Farm just down the road, it's a natural afternoon outing. Check what's on before you go though - the gallery's worth a visit, but only if the current show appeals.