The Federation of British Artists run this busy gallery and workshop space in a plum location right at the centre of town. The place is well worth knowing about because they have a virtually constant programme of new painting, and you can get two people in for a fiver.

Expect themed exhibitions with hundreds of oils, watercolours and drawings by artists from all over the country. The space has just been refurbished: with drab carpets and foam ceiling tiles a thing of the past, there is no longer a risk of static shock.

A great value spot and you may even find something you want (and can afford) to take home.