The Auckland Project
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 7NR
Tel: +44 01388 743750
OnlineBooking
Book Tickets
Gradings
- VAQAS VB Attraction

Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous
VisitEngland Gold Accolade 2024
- Regional and Miscellaneous
Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025
TripAdvisor

- Excellent303
- Very Good141
- Average30
- Poor10
- Terrible7
Recent Reviews:
- The Yorkshire GAnnual paa and cafe a ripoffMonday, 12th May 2025Annual pass to enter the place , no thanks and the cafe was extortionate, two scones and a cup of tea nearly £17 , never again , I’m all for good value but will never pay that amount , other that... Read full review
- Dave J STerrible guides, terrible food, ruined experienceFriday, 16th May 2025Like the Spanish gallery, the Castle experience is completely ruined by the guides. They clearly believe that they are the smartest people in the room and everyone is jolly well going to listen to... Read full review
- Passenger14922875439Hastings, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesVery Interesting but Prohibitively ExpensiveSaturday, 31st May 2025A very interesting place to visit; it is well presented and supported by knowledgeable staff. But - oh my the price is sky high. A Family Ticket is £75 - that really does make it prohibitively... Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
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Access Information
Opening Times
2025 (19 Feb 2025 - 24 Dec 2025) |
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Map & Directions
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A1(M). From the A1(M) take the A689 to Bishop Auckland.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Bishop Auckland Station. Proceed along Newgate Street to the Market Place and palace is through clock tower gate in far corner of the square.