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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
- Excellent1238
- Very Good467
- Average136
- Poor39
- Terrible28
Recent Reviews:
- Michael7947Excellent visit
Monday, 22nd June 2026I visited on Friday 19th with my elderly mum & sister. From making a call in the morning to ensure a wheelchair would be available, then all day thereafter I can honestly say that all of the staff... Read full review - Annette JUnited KingdomSTUNNING Vivienne Westwood exhibition!Tuesday, 23rd June 2026Inspirational, enlightening, and eye-poppingly, mouth-wateringly gorgeous! A superb display spanning several decades, thoughtfully curated to stir the creative spirit in us all. We left in awe of... Read full review
- 881hilarykFantastic day at Bowes Museum with Vivienne Westwood and Samantha!Friday, 3rd July 2026We visited to see the Westwood exhibition and were really impressed by the thoughtful curation, linking the existing exhibits to the historical stinulii used by Westwood for her collections... Read full review
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Access Information
Opening Times
| 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.
