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The Bowes Museum
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£5.00
Newgate
Barnard Castle
County Durham
DL12 8NP
Barnard Castle
County Durham
DL12 8NP
Tel: +44 01833 690606
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| 1 Adult and up to 4 children | £16.00 per ticket type |
| 2 Adults and up to 4 children | £30.00 per ticket type |
| Adult Anuual Pass | £14.00 per ticket type |
| Concession Annual Pass | £12.00 per ticket type |
| Students (on production of Student Card) | £6.00 per ticket type |
| Under 18 | £5.00 per ticket type |
Enjoy unlimited entry at The Bowes Museum and temporary exhibitions all year around.
Gradings
- VAQAS VB Attraction VAQAS
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016
TripAdvisor
Certificate of Excellence 2019
- Excellent1000
- Very Good394
- Average115
- Poor31
- Terrible21
Recent Reviews:
- Tis_BrianAustin, TexasTrip Type:CouplesGood Place to see, and good food
Tuesday, 21st May 2019We arrived early on a beautiful day. Driving in the gate you at presented with a picture postcard view of the museum and its front garden. Parking is easy, with a short walk to the front... Read full review - daddytommyShrewsbury, United KingdomA gem of a museum in Co. DurhamFriday, 24th May 2019We are constantly told how good museums and galleries are in the big cities, especially London, but how much do we know about the museums out in rural England? Very Little, in my case, but I was... Read full review
- bdon257Morpeth, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesReturn visit hereFriday, 24th May 2019We have been here several times over the years and it is always worth coming back. The building is beautiful and incongruous as a French Chateau in the Durham countryside would be. The wrought iron... Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Access Statement - Please see below
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Access Information
Opening Times
| Season (1 Jan 2019 - 31 Dec 2019) | ||
|---|---|---|
| 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.
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Saturday, 16th November 2019 - Sunday, 23rd February 2020
Norman Cornish - The Definitive Collection: The Bowes MuseumThis major retrospective tells the story of his enduring career with the most comprehensive collection of his work ever assembled, including a number of previously unseen pieces.- more info
Wednesday, 20th November 2019 - Wednesday, 20th November 2019
The Bowes Museum - WW1 BookclubJoin our friendly book group to chat about books relating to WW1. Please book by phone, email or website. - more info
Saturday, 26th October 2019 - Monday, 20th January 2020
The Bowes Museum - The Power And The Virtue: Guido Reni's Death Of LucretiaThis is the first exhibition outside London dedicated to the Italian Baroque master Guido Reni, presenting the artist and his relevance in Western art history.- more info
Thursday, 25th July 2019 - Thursday, 25th July 2019
The Bowes Museum - Pirates, Pants and WellyphantsAre you ready? There’s a feast of activities for you based on our new interactive and colourful exhibition. This will delight children and keep you entertained. Come and see the work of Nick Sharratt, dress up as a pirate and find the Wellyphant!
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Saturday, 24th August 2019 - Saturday, 24th August 2019
The Bowes Museum - Summertastic!Summer’s not over yet, so bring a picnic and join us for the bank holiday weekend. We’ll have plenty to keep everyone entertained with our family friendly exhibitions and activities galore. 11:00 - 16:00- more info
Saturday, 15th June 2019 - Saturday, 15th June 2019
The Bowes Museum - Super SaturdayLots of crafty sparkly activities for you and your children to do and keep away the January blues. 13:00 - 15:00, free with admission.- more info
Saturday, 25th May 2019 - Sunday, 13th October 2019
Lego®: Building The Bowes MuseumEveryone of all ages, from children to the young at heart, can see our Museum in a new way – recreate our history and collections in LEGO®! Start with building some of the objects from our collection that tell the story of John and Joséphine.- more info
Sunday, 9th June 2019 - Sunday, 9th June 2019
Bowes Museum: Summer FeteCome and enjoy a fun and fantastic event for all the family in the Museum and grounds. There will be lots of exciting activities to get involved in, delicious food and opportunities to meet the Museum team and learn about the amazing collections.- more info
Thursday, 13th June 2019 - Thursday, 13th June 2019
Bowes Museum: Olga Zado In ConcertWe are proud to welcome the exciting young Ukrainian pianist, Olga Zado, to perform a captivating piano recital in the Museum’s Picture Galleries.- more info
Thursday, 31st October 2019 - Thursday, 31st October 2019
Bowes Museum: HalloweenSparkles, sprinkles and a touch of magic, the perfect recipe for Halloween and keeping you out of mischief.- more info
Thursday, 31st October 2019 - Thursday, 31st October 2019
Bowes Museum: Children's Halloween PartyDress in your spooky best and celebrate Halloween with us. More surprises coming up closer to the time.- more info
Saturday, 16th November 2019 - Sunday, 5th January 2020
Bowes Museum: Christmas at BowesLet the magic of Christmas truly come to life and behold our collection as a fantastic array of displays and installations to create a narration around Christmas.- more info
Sunday, 1st December 2019 - Sunday, 22nd December 2019
Bowes Museum: Santa's Enchanted Wonderland GrottoSanta is coming to the Museum again this December so come and join us for a magical family experience. More details coming up closer to the time.- more info
Saturday, 14th December 2019 - Saturday, 14th December 2019
Monday, 16th December 2019 - Monday, 16th December 2019
Bowes Museum: Christmas MarketJoin us for the feel good event of the season with festive foods, crafts and music. More surprises and details coming up closer to the date.- more info
Thursday, 6th June 2019 - Thursday, 6th June 2019
Bowes Museum: Art History CourseIf you’d like to find out more about Art History then The Bowes Museum is running an introductory course which may interest you. Our Assistant Curator of Fine Art, Bernadette Petti, will be holding six sessions exploring the history.- more info
Saturday, 23rd March 2019 - Sunday, 23rd June 2019
The Bowes Museum: Goya's Prison: The Year of DespairLate in 1792 Goya became severely ill, and even though he eventually recovered he was left profoundly deaf for the rest of his days. During a period of recuperation he produced a set of small cabinet paintings on tin plate that were to define the rest of his career.The Bowes Museum’s Interior of a...- more info
Friday, 26th April 2019 - Friday, 7th June 2019
Bowes Morning YogaJoin Harriet from Wild us Yoga for some relaxing morning yoga in the peaceful and inspiring setting of the picture galleries. Please bring your own mat. 6 week course (not 24 May.) Booking required. - more info
Friday, 14th June 2019 - Friday, 14th June 2019
Sunday, 16th June 2019 - Sunday, 16th June 2019
The Bowes Museum - Father's DayTreat your special fella to a day out at the Museum, with a delicious Sunday lunch or afternoon tea in Café Bowes. Please book your table: cafe@thebowesmuseum.org.uk or 01833 694605.- more info
Thursday, 20th June 2019 - Thursday, 20th June 2019
The Bowes Museum: Goya's Prison Gallery TalkThe Bowes Museum’s Interior of a Prison is part of a series of works by Francisco Goya. The Museum’s Director, Adrian Jenkins, explored the story behind the picture created during a monumental moment in Goya’s life. Join Director Adrian Jenkins for a short introduction to the current exhibition...- more info
Friday, 31st May 2019 - Friday, 31st May 2019
The Bowes Museum: Musical InterludeJoin mezzo soprano Jadwiga Slomka and pianist Antonia Lax as they perform excerpts from their forthcoming concert featuring Czech, Russian and Polish music.- more info
Friday, 31st May 2019 - Friday, 31st May 2019
The Bowes Museum: Slavic DelightsJoin young mezzo soprano Jadwiga Slomka and pianist Antonia Lax for a charming concert in the 19th Century Picture Gallery, featuring Czech, Russian and Polish music. Jadwiga trained with Jane Ford Farrand at Durham University. Antonia teaches piano at Durham University and the Sage and is a...- more info
Thursday, 6th June 2019 - Thursday, 6th June 2019
The Bowes Museum: “Everything has its beauty but not everyone sees it” – Modern and Post Modern ArtIn this final session we’ll focus on contemporary art and the dynamic combination of materials, methods, subjects and theories artists use today to push boundaries in media and meaning.
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Sunday, 16th June 2019 - Sunday, 16th June 2019
The Bowes Museum: Beamish Reliability RunEnjoy classic cars in the grounds this Father’s Day with the 48th annual Beamish Reliability Run. A wide range of cars dating from 1956 and earlier will stop off as they make their way through the Durham and Yorkshire Dales on their way to Beamish Museum.- more info
Saturday, 6th July 2019 - Saturday, 6th July 2019
The Bowes Museum: Janusz Plays ChopinJoin celebrated international pianist and conductor Janusz Piotrowicz for an evening of music by Chopin in the glittering setting of The Bowes Museum picture galleries. Concert in aid of The Bowes Museum and The World Trust. In association with Ripon International Festival.
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Friday, 19th July 2019 - Friday, 19th July 2019
The Bowes Museum: Painting Silver in Oils or WatercolourJoin artist Linda Birch to learn how to capture the magical lustre of silver. Visit the galleries to sketch and observe silver objects and paintings of silver, then learn practical techniques to help you paint highlights, shadows and reflections. All oil or watercolour painters are welcome. ...- more info
Thursday, 15th August 2019 - Thursday, 15th August 2019
The Bowes Museum: Painting and Drawing Architecture in the Open AirJoin artist Chris Mouncey for an enjoyable day painting The Bowes Museum in the fresh air. Chris will show you different painting techniques to help you create inspiring architectural pictures and answer your questions throughout the day.- more info
Friday, 6th September 2019 - Friday, 6th September 2019
The Bowes Museum: Singing for the Brain - Lego: Building The Bowes MuseumSinging for the Brain sessions use singing to bring people living with dementia together in a friendly and stimulating way. In this session, we will explore the current Lego exhibition together before enjoying some refreshments and a themed singalong. For more information and to book, please...- more info
Friday, 29th November 2019 - Friday, 29th November 2019
The Bowes Museum: Singing for the Brain Christmas SpecialSinging for the Brain sessions use singing to bring people living with dementia together in a friendly and stimulating way. In this session, we’ll explore the Museum decorated for Christmas before having some refreshments and a festive singalong in the picture galleries. For more information and to...- more info
Wednesday, 10th July 2019 - Saturday, 13th July 2019
The Castle Players present Alice In WonderlandThe Castle Players invite you to follow them down the rabbit hole this July as they perform the classic tale of Alice In Wonderland.- more info
Saturday, 22nd June 2019 - Saturday, 22nd June 2019
The Bowes Museum: Durham SingersWe are pleased to announce a summer concert performed by the fabulous Durham Singers, who regularly perform at Durham Cathedral. This will be their first concert at The Bowes Museum, in the splendid Picture Galleries. Booking required.- more info
Tuesday, 6th August 2019 - Tuesday, 6th August 2019
Bowes Museum: Animal RobotsJoin Silver Swan expert Matthew Read and have fun making mechanical animals with robotic LEGO®.- more info
