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The Bowes Museum
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Barnard Castle
County Durham
DL12 8NP
Tel: +44 01833 690606
Fax: +44 01833 637163
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Type: Museum
With its amazing history and wonderful collections, The Bowes Museum is one of the most important museums outside London.
While the French style château, purpose built by businessman John Bowes and his French actress wife José;phine, has been delighting visitors since 1892, a recent £12m revamp has transformed it into a must see 21stC attraction.
Today the Museum contains the greatest collection of fine and decorative arts in the North East, contained in stunning new galleries including the Silver & Metals Gallery, the Fashion and Textile Gallery and the English Interiors Gallery.
There is fine dining in the acclaimed Café; Bowes, plus quality gifts and souvenirs in the shop. The beautiful grounds include a parterre garden, fountain and woodland walks.
Opening Times
| Open All Year |
|---|
| 02/01/2012 - 31/12/2012 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
* Open all year, daily, 10.00-17.00. Closed 25 & 26 Dec, 1 Jan.
Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| 6 month admission pass | £12.00 per ticket type |
| Adult | £9.00 per ticket type |
| Child (under 16) | Free |
| Concession | £8.00 per ticket type |
| Group Rate (per person - for groups of 12+) | £7.00 per ticket type |
| Students (on production of Student Card) | £4.50 per ticket type |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Awards
- Visit Britain Code of Practice 2011
Time Central, 32 Gallowgate, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4BF
