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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
- Excellent1212
- Very Good465
- Average134
- Poor39
- Terrible28
Recent Reviews:
- LizzyinEastYorksWelcoming, informative & entertaining. A great day out!
Thursday, 5th June 2025This is a truly splendid museum with staff whose love for the museum and its exhibits shines through; it has a fabulous café as well! We went looking forward to seeing the famous animatronic swan in... Read full review - Keith RYork, United KingdomGreat place to visit.Friday, 6th June 2025First time we been in forty years. Great staff. So much to see. Really need more than a day to see it all. Cafe have a good menu. Recommended are the cheese scones. Read full review
- Paul WNottingham, United KingdomSuperb museum full of historyTuesday, 15th July 2025A wonderful museum with so much history within it, we spent about five hours including a dinner break and made a point of seeing the silver mechanical swan in action at 2pm which is a stunning piece... Read full review
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Access Information
Opening Times
| 2025 (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025) |
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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 50,000 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.
