Woodland Bollard

You'll find this gallery tucked away near Dronfield, in the sort of corner of Derbyshire where you half expect to stumble onto something unexpected. Woodland Bollard is exactly that kind of find - a gallery space that takes its name seriously and sits right in its element among the trees.

What actually happens here is small-scale and deliberate. This is contemporary art on an intimate scale, the sort of place where you might spend an hour with a handful of pieces rather than trailing through endless rooms. It's genuinely worth visiting if you're into emerging artists and don't mind seeking things out off the main drag.

The gallery suits anyone who prefers art spaces that feel lived-in over corporate. Serious collectors will find it worthwhile. Families with very young kids might find it a bit sparse for an afternoon out, but older children who actually look at things rather than run around will do fine here.

If you're based at one of the nearby parks - Riverside Valley Camping is just over two miles away, or Spire View Yurts if you want somewhere with rave reviews - this makes a proper addition to a day out exploring the area. Poolsbrook Country Park Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite is within striking distance too. The Dronfield area has enough quiet woodland and farm routes to justify a stay, and this gallery slots neatly into the mix.

Contact the venue directly to check current opening hours and whether there's an admission charge - details aren't always straightforward for smaller galleries, but staff are usually helpful.