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Café Bowes at The Bowes Museum
Barnard Castle
County Durham
DL12 8NP
Tel: +44 01833 690606
Awards
- Visit England
Visitor Ready 2025 - Regional and Miscellaneous
Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025
TripAdvisor
- Excellent1221
- Very Good467
- Average135
- Poor39
- Terrible28
Recent Reviews:
- GYFlorenceA wonderful and informative visit.
Friday, 24th October 2025The Bowes Museum is an incredibly impressive building, and was purpose built as a museum by John and Josephine Bowes. Discovering their history, and that of the museum, is part of the experience... Read full review - Showme2014Colne, United KingdomA place of history showing the passion of the Bowes that exists today as they intended!!!Monday, 3rd November 2025As a family we wanted to visit as we have passed it several times and on our trip to see Raby castle came here the day after. Wow! So good, the history is amazing and the project the Bowes couple... Read full review
- lionspring62Stockton-on-Tees, United KingdomOk for a few hours
Wednesday, 26th November 2025It was a nice place , interesting looking around but I did find a lot of pots , I personally didn't like the paintings, I found them very gloomy. The swan was the highlight. All though it was very... Read full review
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Access Information
Opening Times
| 2025 (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025) |
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| 2026 (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026) |
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* Opens from 10am, hot lunches 12-3pm with last orders at 4.30pm.
Highlights...
The Bowes Museum, Barnard CastleThere’s always something great to see and do at The Bowes Museum. With more than 58,000 items in this Museum of artists, designers and makers, there are treasures at every turn.
Venue Hire, Barnard CastleThe Bowes Museum is set in the historic market town of Barnard Castle in the breath taking Durham Dales, surrounded by beautiful gardens and parkland, it is an inspirational and aesthetic venue for multiple uses.
The Bowes Museum, Barnard CastleWe’ve a dedicated groups co-ordinator who can help you plan a fantastic day out, designed especially for you! To find out more, including the fabulous discounted entry and delicious menu’s available contact our friendly team by emailing groups@thebowesmuseum.org.uk.
The Bowes Museum Shop, Barnard CastleExplore our shop, where you'll find the perfect souvenir or special gift. Our selection includes art books, toys, crafts, beautiful cards, and tasty confectionery. We also offer handmade jewellery and ceramics, allowing you to take home a unique piece of art.
