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The Bowes Museum
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£6.00
Newgate
Barnard Castle
County Durham
DL12 8NP
Barnard Castle
County Durham
DL12 8NP
Tel: +44 01833 690606
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult | £10.50 per ticket type |
| Concession | £9.50 per ticket type |
| Students (on production of Student Card) | £6.00 per ticket type |
Children under 16 free. Six month admission pass £16, Students (on production of Student Card) £6. Groups or 12+ £7 per person
Gradings
- VAQAS VB Attraction VAQAS
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016
TripAdvisor
Certificate of Excellence 2017
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:
- Excellent761
- Very Good311
- Average89
- Poor26
- Terrible10
Recent Reviews:
- NosliwojNottingham, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesDaily 2pm working of the famous Swan automaton
Tuesday, 20th June 2017Very impressive purpose-built French style building with an interesting backstory - worth visiting the rooms telling the story first. A very varied and interesting collection throughout- look on... Read full review - Victoria WQueenslandTrip Type:FamilyLovely spot
Friday, 16th June 2017Spent over three hours visiting the museum. The staff at the desk were very helpful. Start at the video room to get an overview of the museum. The swan has a showing at 2 pm...worth a visit if in the... Read full review - ladyscribeBrighton and Hove, United KingdomTrip Type:Solo travelCostumes in a Chateau in a town named after a Castle.Wednesday, 14th June 2017Bowes was an experience. I went in at 10am and came out at 6pm. I made the trip specially to see the costme collection and I was not disappointed. Out of sheer luck, my visit coincided with the... Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Access Statement - Please see below
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Access Information
Opening Times
| 2017 (1 Jan 2017 - 31 Dec 2017) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 17:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 10:00 | - 17:00 |
* Closed 25 & 26 Dec, 1 Jan. Cafe opening 1000-1630. Shop opening 1000-1645.
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Saturday, 8th April 2017 - Sunday, 9th July 2017
The Bowes Museum - Painting the Theatre: Garrick in ActionThis exhibition will celebrate England’s best-known eighteenth-century actor, David Garrick, marking the 300th anniversary of his birth. The Bowes Museum recently acquired two paintings by Johann Zoffany commissioned by Garrick, representing him in action.- more info
Saturday, 29th July 2017 - Sunday, 5th November 2017
The Bowes Museum - Turkish Tulips This exhibition will delve into the complex and paradoxical history behind this iconic flower. Thought provoking contemporary artworks will be hidden, sprinkled and interwoven amongst the Museum collection, in an interactive experience that meanders through science, economics and aesthetics.- more info
Saturday, 29th July 2017 - Sunday, 5th November 2017
The Bowes Museum - The Clockwork GardenAn immersive and interactive installation full of strange metallic fronds, glimmering animations and whirring sounds.- more info
Saturday, 14th July 2018 - Sunday, 30th September 2018
The Bowes Museum – The BFG in PicturesThe BFG in Pictures, which tours from the House of Illustration is an exhibition of original Quentin Blake illustrations, prepared for Roald Dahl’s classic story The BFG. The exhibition, curated by Quentin Blake, will contain 40 original artworks, including unpublished illustrations of The BFG.- more info
Friday, 7th July 2017 - Friday, 7th July 2017
Thursday, 3rd August 2017 - Thursday, 3rd August 2017
Thursday, 7th September 2017 - Thursday, 7th September 2017
The Bowes Museum - Gallery Talk with Assistant Curator of Fine Art Bernadette Petti Join Assistant Curator of Fine Art, Bernadette Petti to explore the recent acquisition St Luke Drawing the Virgin and Child by the workshop of Dieric Bouts, now on display in the Museum’s picture galleries. 2:15pm.- more info
Friday, 21st July 2017 - Friday, 21st July 2017
The Bowes Museum - Painting Workshop: Line & Wash IllustrationJoin artist Linda Birch to develop a character, human or animal, which is suitable for a child’s picture book.- more info
Friday, 4th August 2017 - Friday, 4th August 2017
The Bowes Museum - Painting Workshop: Plein Air PaintingEnjoy a day in The Bowes Museum grounds with artist Linda Birch to paint in the style of the Impressionists.- more info
Friday, 15th September 2017 - Friday, 15th September 2017
The Bowes Museum - Painting Workshop: Tulip FeverJoin artist Linda Birch to make a vibrant tissue collage painting using tulips, in celebration of the Turkish Tulips exhibition.- more info
Monday, 23rd October 2017 - Monday, 23rd October 2017
The Bowes Museum - Painting Workshop: Still Life in PastelJoin artist Linda Birch to create a still life painting, using the many examples in The Bowes Museum’s collection as inspiration.- more info
Monday, 20th November 2017 - Monday, 20th November 2017
The Bowes Museum - Painting Workshop: Gentle Abstract in Coloured PencilJoin artist Linda Birch to make an abstract work by adapting a painting from The Bowes collection, experimenting with colour and shape.- more info
Friday, 8th December 2017 - Friday, 8th December 2017
The Bowes Museum - Painting Workshop: Doll's House DiptychJoin artist Linda Birch to make a miniature painting with doors on the theme of a dolls house, richly coloured in watercolours or acrylic.- more info
Tuesday, 25th July 2017 - Tuesday, 25th July 2017
The Bowes Museum - Wild Birds: Family Fun DayCome and join this fun packed day of drop-in activities for all the family. Watch the Walworth Castle Birds of Prey display in the Museum grounds before taking part in a variety of bird themed crafts and exploring the galleries with a themed trail. Children must be accompanied by an adult, for whom...- more info
Monday, 31st July 2017 - Friday, 4th August 2017
The Bowes Museum – Terrific TulipsTo celebrate the opening of the Turkish Tulips exhibition try a variety of tulip themed crafts including printing and 3D paper sculpture. Children must be accompanied by an adult, for whom normal admission applies.- more info
Monday, 7th August 2017 - Friday, 11th August 2017
The Bowes Museum - Picture PerfectTake your time and sketch your favourite painting in the galleries before recreating it in this fun drop-in workshop. Children must be accompanied by an adult, for whom normal admission applies.- more info
Monday, 14th August 2017 - Tuesday, 15th August 2017
The Bowes Museum – Simple and SparklyExplore the Museum with a themed trail before designing and making a simple piece of sparkly jewellery for you or a loved one in this fun drop-in workshop. Children must be accompanied by an adult, for whom normal admission applies.- more info
Friday, 18th August 2017 - Friday, 18th August 2017
The Bowes Museum - Design a RobotRobots are the theme for this day of drop in fun. See a selection of robots in our toy gallery before trying a variety of themed crafts. Children must be accompanied by an adult, for whom normal admission applies.- more info
Wednesday, 23rd August 2017 - Wednesday, 23rd August 2017
The Bowes Museum - Picnic in the ParkBring a picnic and spend the day in the grounds of The Bowes Museum. Children, who must be accompanied by an adult, can try orienteering and a simple craft activity as well as playing in the park.- more info
Thursday, 24th August 2017 - Friday, 25th August 2017
The Bowes Museum – Printing FunTry printing in this fun drop-in workshop suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult, for whom normal admission applies.- more info
Wednesday, 30th August 2017 - Wednesday, 30th August 2017
The Bowes Museum - RomansLearn about the Romans and take part in a variety of themed crafts. Children must be accompanied by an adult, for whom normal admission applies.- more info
Thursday, 31st August 2017 - Thursday, 31st August 2017
The Bowes Museum – Terrific TudorsMeet a Tudor maid and learn about a Tudor feast before making a herb filled bag called a tussy-mussy and creating a Tudor inspired headdress to wear! Children must be accompanied by an adult, for whom normal admission applies.- more info
Friday, 1st September 2017 - Friday, 1st September 2017
The Bowes Museum - VictoriansTry a variety of Victorian themed crafts including writing with a dippy pen and learn how to make a proddy mat. Children must be accompanied by an adult, for whom normal admission applies.- more info
Monday, 23rd October 2017 - Monday, 23rd October 2017
The Bowes Museum – Silver SpidersInspired by our Silver and Metals gallery, children can try a variety of fun crafts on a spider theme. Children must be accompanied by an adult, for whom normal admission applies.- more info
Friday, 27th October 2017 - Friday, 27th October 2017
The Bowes Museum - Planting TulipsBe inspired by the Turkish Tulips exhibition and plant a tulip in the Museum grounds before creating a watercolour painting to take home. Children must be accompanied by an adult, for whom normal admission applies.- more info
Thursday, 3rd August 2017 - Thursday, 3rd August 2017
The Bowes Museum - Silk Painting: Turkish TulipsExplore and sketch in the Turkish Tulips exhibition before learning how to create a silk painting to take home. Booking required on 01833 690606. Suitable for 11 -18+ (minors need not be accompanied by an adult).- more info
Friday, 4th August 2017 - Friday, 4th August 2017
The Bowes Museum - Felting: Turkish TulipsJoin us for this wet felting workshop and create a colourful 2D tulip to take home. During the workshop you will also have the opportunity to explore and sketch in the Turkish Tulips exhibition. Booking required on 01833 690606. Suitable for 11 - 18+ (minors need not be accompanied by an adult).- more info
Monday, 7th August 2017 - Friday, 11th August 2017
The Bowes Museum – Summer School: Arts AwardIf you enjoy art this is the perfect Summer School for you! Throughout the week you will explore different parts of the Museum’s amazing collections via a variety of craft activities. As well as being a great way to meet new friends, learn new skills and get your creative juices flowing, you will...- more info
Wednesday, 16th August 2017 - Wednesday, 16th August 2017
The Bowes Museum – Teddy Bears' PicnicBring along your favourite bear and take part in our teddy bears’ picnic! Children and parents will also have the opportunity to explore the Museum, make a ‘crafty’ creation, and enjoy a play and song time. Booking required on 01833 690606. Suitable for children under 5 who must be accompanied by...- more info
Thursday, 17th August 2017 - Thursday, 17th August 2017
The Bowes Museum - Tick Tock!Back by popular demand. Explore the Museum and see how many clocks you can see before decorating your very own working clock to take home! Booking required on 01833 690606. Suitable for children aged 5+ who must be accompanied by an adult, for whom there is no charge for the event.- more info
Wednesday, 25th October 2017 - Thursday, 26th October 2017
The Bowes Museum - Halloween CraftsBe brave and take part in fun Halloween themed craft activities. Booking required on 01833 690606. Children must be accompanied by an adult, for whom there is no charge for the event.- more info
Tuesday, 29th August 2017 - Tuesday, 29th August 2017
The Bowes Museum – Stone Age to Iron AgeSee a variety of Stone, Bronze and Iron Age artefacts in the galleries before making a clay pot in the style of a Bronze Age beaker. Booking required on 01833 690606. Suitable for children aged 5+ who must be accompanied by an adult, for whom there is no charge for the event.- more info
Tuesday, 22nd August 2017 - Tuesday, 22nd August 2017
The Bowes Museum - Roll Up, Roll Up Family Fun Day!Come and join The Bowes Museum in this fun packed day of drop-in activities on a circus theme, guaranteed to entertain the whole family! Learn some new circus skills and be ready to be entertained. Children must be accompanied by an adult, for whom normal admission applies.- more info
Tuesday, 24th October 2017 - Tuesday, 24th October 2017
The Bowes Museum - Spooky Folk Tales Family Fun Day!Popular storyteller Adam Bushnell is back, telling his spooky tales which are being published in his new book Durham Folk Tales. In addition, families are able to take part in a fun packed day of craft activities linked to the stories! Children must be accompanied by an adult, for whom normal...- more info
Saturday, 16th December 2017 - Sunday, 17th December 2017
The Bowes Museum - Christmas MarketThe annual Christmas Market will take place this weekend... watch this space for further details!- more info
Wednesday, 26th July 2017 - Wednesday, 26th July 2017
The Bowes Museum - Silk Painting: AnimalsSketch your favourite animal in the Museum galleries and transform it into a spectacular silk painting to take home. Booking required on 01833 690606. Suitable for children aged 6+ who must be accompanied by an adult, for whom there is no charge for the event.- more info
Wednesday, 26th July 2017 - Wednesday, 26th July 2017
The Bowes Museum - Silk Painting: AnimalsSketch your favourite animal in the Museum galleries and transform it into a spectacular silk painting to take home. Booking required on 01833 690606. Suitable for children aged 6+ who must be accompanied by an adult, for whom there is no charge for the event.- more info
Saturday, 20th May 2017 - Sunday, 16th July 2017
The Bowes Museum - Celebrating the Life and World of Joséphine BowesWho is the real Joséphine Bowes? With no diaries and just one letter written by her own fair hand we have so far had to view her via correspondence written by John and documented comments about her. - more info
Saturday, 18th November 2017 - Sunday, 18th February 2018
The Bowes Museum - New Light Prize ExhibitionOnce again the visual arts charity New Light is delighted to launch its latest New Light Prize Exhibition at The Bowes Museum.- more info
Saturday, 25th November 2017 - Sunday, 11th March 2018
The Bowes Museum – Streatlam Castle: Rediscover the Home of John and Joséphine BowesThis exhibition will show how Streatlam looked in its heyday, bringing to life the style in which John Bowes, one of the richest men in England, lived.- more info
Monday, 27th February 2017 - Sunday, 31st December 2017
125 Years of The Bowes Museum This year is the 125th Anniversary of The Bowes Museum opening and we are gearing up to celebrate. Come and join in a variety of fun drop in activities for all the family! Children must be accompanied by an adult, for whom normal admission applies.- more info
