Yelling

A gallery space east of Huntingdon that focuses on contemporary art and craft - exactly the sort of thing that breaks up a caravan park holiday when the weather turns or the kids need something indoors. Yelling itself is a small village, so don't expect much in the way of crowds or queuing about.

The gallery showcases work by emerging and established artists, with a real emphasis on handmade pieces and local talent. It's the kind of place where you might stumble on a potter's studio vibe or textile work that actually makes you stop and look properly rather than drift past in twenty seconds. Regular exhibitions rotate through, so what's on depends entirely when you visit.

If you're staying at any of the caravan parks round Huntingdon - St Neots or Wyton Lakes are nearest - it's a decent afternoon detour. Walkers will appreciate being within reach of proper countryside, and it gives you a legitimate reason to get off the site for a couple of hours without needing to commit to a full day out. Families with teenagers who aren't entirely thrilled about being dragged camping might actually find it tolerable, depending on the exhibition.

Opening hours and admission details aren't widely listed online, so ring ahead before making the trip - nothing worse than driving out only to find the door locked. Allow an hour at most unless there's something particularly arresting on show. It's a genuine local operation rather than a major draw, which is precisely why it works as a quiet midweek stop.