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Seven special ways to celebrate Mother’s Day in Durham
The Bowes Museum
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Newgate
Barnard Castle
County Durham
DL12 8NP
Barnard Castle
County Durham
DL12 8NP
Tel: +44 01833 690606
OnlineBooking
Book Tickets
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| 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
- Excellent1154
- Very Good454
- Average131
- Poor39
- Terrible26
Recent Reviews:
- EJ152Trip Type:Friends getawayExtraordinary collection in a gracious and substantial building.
Tuesday, 14th March 2023A real find and a treasure. Spacious and full of surprises, charming cafe (booking is wise), and well chosen merchandise on sale in the shop. Read full review - World_roaming_leccyLincoln, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesGlad I've been but won't be returning in a hurry
Wednesday, 15th March 2023I've driven past this place several times and always wanted to go in. The building itself is very grand and inviting. The admission price of £12.50 for the year (if local) isn't bad in today's... Read full review - ClaireRocks84Darlington, United KingdomTrip Type:FamilyFirm favourite since my childhoodMonday, 20th March 2023I have visited Bowes museum plenty of times over my years. The silver swan is a must see. As well as the Bowes Family collections they collected over the years. It’s fascinating. 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
| 2023 (1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2023) | ||
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Highlights...
Barnard Castle, Barnard CastleBarnard Castle is the historic, 'must-see' European market town.
The Bowes Museum Shop, Barnard CastleOur fabulous gift shop provides a wide range of products many of which take inspiration from the museum's collections. The range includes books, greetings cards and postcards, stationery, homeware, jewellery, children’s gifts and much more.
