The Bowes Museum
Barnard Castle
County Durham
DL12 8NP
Tel: +44 01833 690606
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Book Tickets
Guide Prices
Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
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Day Ticket | £17.50 per person per day |
Local Membership | £12.50 per ticket type |
Membership | £14.50 per ticket type |
Under 18 | Free |
Under 18s, students and carers | Free |
Enjoy unlimited entry at The Bowes Museum and temporary exhibitions all year around.
Gradings
- VAQAS VB Attraction VAQAS

Awards
- Visit England
VAQAS 2019
- Regional and Miscellaneous
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016
- Regional and Miscellaneous
WTTC Safe Travels 2021
TripAdvisor

- Travelers Choice 2022
- Excellent1137
- Very Good448
- Average128
- Poor39
- Terrible25
Recent Reviews:
- JEFitzgLeyburn, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesFabulous cafeWednesday, 1st June 2022In addition to a most interesting visit to the various galleries and the famous silver swan, we had an excellent lunch at the cafe where the soup in particular was superb. Worth dropping in for, even... Read full review
- V2349QCruthmTrip Type:CouplesEnjoyed our visitSunday, 5th June 2022Enjoyable visit to museum and walk around the grounds .Cafe serving good breakfast batch , staff friendly and facilities clean Read full review
- IL0veH0telsCounty DurhamTrip Type:Friends getawayWell Worth A VisitThursday, 9th June 2022The Museum and bulding itself is incredibly imposing and magnificent, with many chancing exhibits and events throughout the year. The museum cafe is open to everyone and provides a delicious... Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Access Statement - Please see below
- All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
- Facility for service dogs
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp / Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Parking & Transport
- Coach Parking Onsite
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
Access Information
Opening Times
Season (1 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2022) | ||
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Day | Times | |
Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 17:00 |
Bank Holiday | 10:00 | - 17:00 |
* Closed 25, 26 Dec & 1 Jan. Cafe opening 1000-1630. Shop opening 1000-1645.