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Durham Museum and Heritage Centre

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St Mary-le-Bow
North Bailey
Durham City
County Durham
DH1 3ET

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**Please note that the Durham Museum and Heritage Centre is currently closed and will re-open Easter 2023.**

Relive the story of Durham from medieval times to the 20th century in this excellent local history museum. Enjoy models of the medieval city and the 19th century Market Place and explore the reconstruction of a Victorian prison cell.

Displays describe the origins and development of the city and there are many fascinating objects that illustrate everyday life, social life and the lost trades and industries. A recent addition to the collections is a pair of stained glass panels depicting Cecily de Neville and the Richard Duke of York the parents of Richard III, originally at Brancepeth Castle.

The museum is situated in an historic Grade I Listed building, close to the World Heritage Site of Durham Cathedral and Castle, once the parish church of the North Bailey It was rebuilt in the 17th century and retains impressive woodwork from that period. The churchyard is now the museum garden and contains two important sculptures, St Cuthbert and Gaia by the renowned artist Fenwick Lawson.

A visit to the Museum with its stimulating exhibitions, models, hands-on activities and videos is the perfect introduction to Durham.
The museum has a selection of replica brasses from English churches to allow you to make a unique rubbing.

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Adult£2.50 per ticket type
Child£1.00 per ticket type
Concession£2.00 per ticket type

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    Recent Reviews:

    • Linda F
      Liverpool, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Lovely little museum to visit.
      4 of 5 stars
      Monday, 19th July 2021
      Very interesting museum to visit with lots of interesting facts about Durham, how it became the place it is now. Only a small museum, but nevertheless good to visit. The staff were friendly and... Read full review
    • Beccaowl
      Preston, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Family
      Nice hours visit
      4 of 5 stars
      Thursday, 26th August 2021
      Excellent small museum near to cathedral and castle. We visited on family day so only paid £2.50 for an adult as childten free. Lots of information boards and the kids love the trails and... Read full review
    • jennifercatherinew
      Trip Type:
      Family
      Don't miss this opportunity
      5 of 5 stars
      Saturday, 4th June 2022
      A wonderful museum situated on the Bailey in a Church with amazing stained glass windows. The museum gives great insight into Durham, it's origins and buildings which were part of it's past... Read full review
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    • Dogs Accepted - Guide dogs only

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    Opening Times

    2023 (7 Apr 2023 - 29 Oct 2023)

    * Durham Museum will open from Easter Saturday, 16 April 2022. For the rest of April and May, we will be open at weekends and on bank holidays. Please note that the Museum is currently closed and will re-open Easter 2023.

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    Nearest major road is A690. Follow the A690 into Durham City.

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    Nearest station is Durham Station. Follow signs to city centre. From Market Place turn right into Saddler Street and continue to North Bailey. The museum is facing the east end of the cathedral.

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