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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 |
|---|---|
| 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. Family Pass - 2 Adults (Up to 4 Children) £30.00
Family Pass - 1 Adult (Up to 4 Children) £16.00
Gradings
- VAQAS VB Attraction VAQAS
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016
TripAdvisor
Certificate of Excellence 2018
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:
- Excellent894
- Very Good364
- Average102
- Poor28
- Terrible14
Recent Reviews:
- Lindamag56BanburyTrip Type:CouplesGreat place to visit
Wednesday, 20th June 2018Just got back from a visit to the Bowes Museum. First impressions as you turn into the driveway is "wow". The building itself is magnificent. Got there just in time to see the silver swan... Read full review - Brightontraveller-2Brighton, EngandTrip Type:Friends getawayExcellent museum in a unique setting
Tuesday, 19th June 2018The Bowes Museum is a unique institution, a wide ranging collection including paintings, furniture and ceramics. It is housed in a French style château which is an extraordinary sight to see in... Read full review - PammyJane24Bristol, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesA must!Sunday, 17th June 2018Such an interesting museum that must not be ignored. Full of amazing ceramics, glassware, paintings, silver, fashion and textiles, many other curiosities and last of all the clockwork silver swan... Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Access Statement - Please see below
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Access Information
Opening Times
| Season (1 Jan 2018 - 31 Dec 2018) | ||
|---|---|---|
| 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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Friday, 14th September 2018 - Friday, 14th September 2018
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Friday, 9th November 2018 - Friday, 9th November 2018
The Bowes Museum: Painting Everyday Life in Oils or AcrylicJoin artist Linda Birch to be inspired by the work of Courbet, the socialist realist painter of everyday life, whose work hangs in the Museum.- more info
Friday, 7th December 2018 - Friday, 7th December 2018
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Saturday, 7th July 2018 - Sunday, 6th January 2019
The Bowes Museum - Catwalking: Fashion Through the Lens of Chris MooreThis exclusive show presents over 200 stunning images by the king of catwalk photography, Chris Moore. Capturing six decades of iconic fashion moments, Moore’s photographs feature alongside some of the garments themselves, from leading designers including Vivienne Westwood, Prada, Comme Des...- more info
Saturday, 20th October 2018 - Sunday, 3rd March 2019
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Wednesday, 25th July 2018 - Wednesday, 25th July 2018
The Bowes Museum: 'Summer Sun' Family Fun DayHurrah! Holiday time begins so celebrate with us throughout the Museum and in the gardens. Look out for our festivity tent filled with crafts galore, sparkles sprinkles, a delight for all. Bring a panic! - more info
Wednesday, 22nd August 2018 - Wednesday, 22nd August 2018
- The Bowes Museum: 'Go Wild!' Family Fun DayFind your inner beast and let your imagination run wild. Join in with this animal themed day, who will you be? King of the jungle or a beautiful butterfly? Who knows who you will meet!
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Thursday, 25th October 2018 - Thursday, 25th October 2018
The Bowes Museum: 'Spooky' Family Fun DayTrick or Treat! Halloween excitement for all the family, come and make a witch's broom, create a potion and take part the magician trail. Lots of crafty activities to keep you out of mischief! - more info
Friday, 20th July 2018 - Friday, 20th July 2018
Bowes Museum: Gouache Townscapes in the French TraditionGouache, an opaque form of watercolour, was always more popular in Europe than the English tradition of transparent watercolour.- more info
Tuesday, 10th July 2018 - Saturday, 14th July 2018
Castle Players: MacbethThe Castle Players 30th Summer production is Macbeth by William Shakespeare. In the grounds of The Bowes Museum from Tuesday 10th July to Saturday 14th July 2018, with evening performances starting at 7.30pm. Tickets are available from The Witham.- more info
Monday, 23rd July 2018 - Tuesday, 24th July 2018
Thursday, 26th July 2018 - Friday, 27th July 2018
Monday, 30th July 2018 - Tuesday, 31st July 2018
Bowes Museum: Zzzzz Sweet DreamsExplore The BFG in Pictures exhibition and create a dream catcher to take home and hang above your bed; they are believed to catch a “trogglehumper” (bad dream) ensuring you have golden “phizzwizard” (good dream)! Children must be accompanied by an adult, for whom normal admission applies.- more info
Wednesday, 1st August 2018 - Thursday, 2nd August 2018
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Friday, 3rd August 2018 - Friday, 3rd August 2018
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Bowes Museum: I is a Big Friendly GiantBecome The BFG and bring the story to life by creating your very own Big Friendly Giant ears and dream horn! In addition, explore the original illustrations from the book in The BFG in Pictures exhibition. Children must be accompanied by an adult, for whom normal admission applies.- more info
Wednesday, 15th August 2018 - Thursday, 16th August 2018
Bowes Museum: Dream Jars Galore!See the fantastic Quentin Blake illustrations in The BFG in Pictures exhibition before creating your own dream jar to take home! Children must be accompanied by an adult, for whom normal admission applies.- more info
Friday, 17th August 2018 - Friday, 17th August 2018
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Thursday, 23rd August 2018 - Friday, 24th August 2018
Bowes Museum: GIANT Cut and Stick!View The BFG in Pictures exhibition and have some GIANT cut and stick fun creating a collage of the Big Friendly Giant - the completed artwork will be displayed in the Museum! Children must be accompanied by an adult, for whom normal admission applies.- more info
Saturday, 26th May 2018 - Sunday, 9th September 2018
Bowes Museum: Charlotte Rhead: Between Art & IndustryA selection of items from a private collection of work by this talented ceramic designer, showing the variety of styles and techniques that she created for Crown Ducal between the years 1932 and 1942. The display includes popular decorative patterns, rare designs and examples of tableware.- more info
Tuesday, 28th August 2018 - Friday, 31st August 2018
Bowes Museum: Model Making Fun!Join us and be inspired by The BFG in Pictures exhibition to create a large 3D model street complete with a Big Friendly Giant! - the completed artwork will be displayed in the Museum. Children must be accompanied by an adult, for whom normal admission applies.- more info
Friday, 14th December 2018 - Sunday, 16th December 2018
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