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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:
- Excellent962
- Very Good385
- Average114
- Poor30
- Terrible20
Recent Reviews:
- 494eileenhSunderland, United KingdomTrip Type:Friends getawayFantastic
Sunday, 6th January 2019Bowes museum fantastic been many times. Always something interesting going on at Bowes Museum.You have to go there in fact its a must. Being a senior you get cheaper entry and the ticket lasts for... Read full review - lakehouseholdNorthallerton, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesWell worth the visit
Friday, 18th January 2019Not far from the A1 at Scotch corner and well worth a visit if you have 2-3 hours to spare. It is £14 pp or £12 pp for concessions. It is based upon a personal collection of a Victorian couple... Read full review - warbylambMorpeth, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesPleasant way to spend the afternoon
Sunday, 20th January 2019Used a Groupon voucher to visit. Impressive building and collection of exhibits. Not sure I would pay full price, but I don’t know my art! Make sure that you’re there for 2pm to see The Swan. 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, 20th October 2018 - Sunday, 3rd March 2019
The Bowes Museum - To Serve King and Country Exploring The Role Of Teesdale In The First World WarThe response of local people, the home front and heroism in the face of war will unfold through memorabilia, stories and accounts, as you explore this poignant exhibition. - more info
Thursday, 24th January 2019 - Thursday, 24th January 2019
Thursday, 7th February 2019 - Thursday, 7th February 2019
Thursday, 21st February 2019 - Thursday, 21st February 2019
Bowes Museum: Gallery Talk- 'To Serve King and Country'Meet our friendly project volunteers to find out more about their research and the exhibition. Feel free to ask questions during these informal talks. 14:15 - 15:30- more info
Saturday, 13th October 2018 - Sunday, 24th February 2019
The Bowes Museum - Charlotte Hodes: Women and PatternThis latest exhibition in the Museum’s refurbished ceramics gallery will showcase the unique work created by ceramicist Charlotte Hodes over the past decade. 10am - 5pm- more info
Saturday, 26th January 2019 - Sunday, 5th May 2019
The Bowes Museum - SOLD! The Great British Antiques StoryThe first time the history of antique dealing has been the subject of an exhibition, with an in-depth look at dealers, their eye for objects, some which have not previously been on public display before, their shops, and practices.- more info
Saturday, 10th November 2018 - Sunday, 10th March 2019
The Bowes Museum - Still Life is Real LifeThis innovative display celebrates timeless aspects of everyday life, inviting social comparisons between historic paintings from The Bowes Museum’s still life collection and modern age photographs of the local Barnard Castle market.- more info
Saturday, 16th November 2019 - Sunday, 5th January 2020
The Bowes Museum - Norman CornishThis 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
Friday, 25th January 2019 - Friday, 25th January 2019
- The Bowes Museum - Dust Busters! Conservation in ActionThe New Year is when the preventive conservation team ‘spring’ into action to clean the first-floor galleries collection. Hear a short talk about how this detailed work is carried out, find out how different objects are cared for and to see the specialist equipment used by our team.
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Saturday, 26th January 2019 - Saturday, 26th January 2019
The Bowes Museum - Once Upon a TextileOnce upon a time, there was you, your textile and your story. From Granny’s old teddy to your child’s Christening robe, textiles hold memories for us all. We’d love to find out more about the textiles that matter to you and record your special stories about them.- more info
Sunday, 31st March 2019 - Sunday, 31st March 2019
- The Bowes Museum - Mother's Day LunchTreat your Mum to a delicious lunch at Café Bowes, then enjoy a relaxing walk around the galleries and grounds. Booking is advisable by phone, email or website. Menu options available 2019 12:00 - 14:00
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Sunday, 5th May 2019 - Sunday, 5th May 2019
The Bowes Museum - Morris Minor EventThe North East Morris Minor Owners Club is hosting a “Classic Cars on the Terrace” event. This is a wonderful opportunity to come along and see these firm family favourites as well as a number of other vintage vehicles which will be on display alongside them. - 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
Sunday, 3rd March 2019 - Sunday, 3rd March 2019
- The Bowes Museum - Wedding Open DayThe Bowes Museum is an extraordinary and magnificent wedding venue, fully licensed for civil ceremonies, wedding breakfasts and evening receptions. View our stunning wedding suite, talk to local wedding suppliers and meet the dedicated team at our Wedding Open Day. 11:00 - 14:00
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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
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Saturday, 16th February 2019 - Saturday, 16th February 2019
Saturday, 16th March 2019 - Saturday, 16th March 2019
Saturday, 13th April 2019 - Saturday, 13th April 2019
Saturday, 18th May 2019 - Saturday, 18th May 2019
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, 26th January 2019 - Saturday, 26th January 2019
- The Bowes Museum - Lennox Cato in Conversation with SOLD! curator Mark WestgarthJoin us for this special event where you can hear TV presenter and antique specialist Lennox Cato talk about his career in the antiques business and on television with SOLD curator Mark Westgarth. Booking essential.
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Tuesday, 5th February 2019 - Tuesday, 5th February 2019
Thursday, 21st February 2019 - Thursday, 21st February 2019
Tuesday, 5th March 2019 - Tuesday, 5th March 2019
Thursday, 21st March 2019 - Thursday, 21st March 2019
Thursday, 2nd May 2019 - Thursday, 2nd May 2019
- The Bowes Museum - SOLD! Exhibition ToursJoin our curatorial team to find out more about our pioneering exhibition SOLD! The Great British Antiques Story. 14:15
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Thursday, 21st February 2019 - Thursday, 21st February 2019
The Bowes Museum - Furry and ScalyCome and see our friendly creatures, create crafts and explore the Museum with an animal themed trail. 11:00 - 16:00- more info
Thursday, 31st January 2019 - Thursday, 31st January 2019
Thursday, 14th February 2019 - Thursday, 14th February 2019
Thursday, 28th February 2019 - Thursday, 28th February 2019
- The Bowes Museum - Knit and NatterDuring the First World War, men and women at home knitted items for soldiers on the Front and in hospital. Join us for A drop in session knitting and crocheting flowers for our community art work hanging and items to send to charities. 14:15 - 15:30
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