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Something Spectacular Is Taking Flight at Kynren – The Storied Lands
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
Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Day Ticket | £19.50 per person per day |
| Day Ticket with Gift Aid | £21.45 per person per day |
| Local Membership | £17.70 per ticket type |
| Membership | £20.00 per ticket type |
| 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 2021 - Regional and Miscellaneous
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016 - Regional and Miscellaneous
WTTC Safe Travels 2021 - Visit England
VisitEngland Award Quality Food and Drink 2023 2023 - Visit England
Visitor Ready 2025 - Regional and Miscellaneous
Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025
TripAdvisor
- Excellent1207
- Very Good465
- Average134
- Poor39
- Terrible28
Recent Reviews:
- S-Swift5York, United KingdomA Hidden Treasure.
Wednesday, 30th April 2025Found by chance when turning car around. An independant museum by an industrail back-ground, shunned by the aristocrocy of the time. Turned to the arts, and collected for pleasure. An amazing... Read full review - linda jChichester, United KingdomBoyes museum
Tuesday, 13th May 2025Very easy to find a few minutes from the town Center. We were there 4 hours and found the museum very interesting. It has a lovely cafe with outside space. We had a scone and cake which was great... Read full review - John R CDorchester, United KingdomA place to spend most of the day with very varied things to look at and a good restaurant.Sunday, 18th May 2025This is a place to spend most of the day. There is so much to see. If you pay for a membership you can go back again another day. We did go back the next day to see the Swan automaton in operation at... 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 2025 - 31 Dec 2025) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 17:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 10:00 | - 17:00 |
* Closed 25, 26 Dec & 1 Jan. Cafe opening 10:00-16:30 (last orders 4pm). Shop opening 10:00-16:30.
Highlights...
Café Bowes at The Bowes Museum, Barnard CastleWith Cafe Bowes' modern space and wonderful views over the gardens and countryside you can relax, unwind and enjoy the delights of the menu.
Barnard Castle, Barnard CastleBarnard Castle is the historic, 'must-see' European market town.
Venue Hire, Barnard CastleThe Bowes Museum is set in the historic market town of Barnard Castle in the breath taking Durham Dales, surrounded by beautiful gardens and parkland, it is an inspirational and aesthetic venue for multiple uses.
The Bowes Museum Shop, Barnard CastleExplore our shop, where you'll find the perfect souvenir or special gift. Our selection includes art books, toys, crafts, beautiful cards, and tasty confectionery. We also offer handmade jewellery and ceramics, allowing you to take home a unique piece of art.
Saturday, 7th June 2025 - Saturday, 7th June 2025
Upcycled Plate Painting with Lucy Waters - The Bowes MuseumTake time to be creative with exhibiting artist Lucy Waters in an afternoon of plate painting.- more info
