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Memorable Moments at The Bowes Museum
Ushaw: Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
From
£5.00
Woodland Road
Durham
County Durham
DH7 7DW
Durham
County Durham
DH7 7DW
Tel: +44 0191 334 5119
Tel: +44 0191 373 8500
Book Tickets
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult Annual Pass | £19.00 per ticket type |
| Adult Day Pass | £8.00 per ticket type |
| Child Annual Pass (5-18 years) | £12.50 per ticket type |
| Child Day Pass (5-18 years) | £5.00 per ticket type |
| Family Annual Pass (2 adults + children) | £39.00 per ticket type |
| Local Adult Annual Pass | £9.50 per ticket type |
| Local Family Annual Pass (2 adults + children) | £19.50 per ticket type |
Under 5s - Free. Annual Membership: 12 months pass for Main House & Chapels; Gardens & Parkland; Parking; Outdoor Music Programme; Special Offers.
Local Annual Membership refers to postcodes DH7 9/ DH7 7
Gradings
- VAQAS VB Attraction
Awards
- Visit England
VAQAS 2019 - Regional and Miscellaneous
Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021
TripAdvisor
- Excellent109
- Very Good34
- Average6
- Poor0
- Terrible3
Recent Reviews:
- tim50stroudStroud, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesAmazing building
Monday, 15th August 2022Fantastic place, incredible history and excellent value for money. Volunteer staff all knowledgable and very helpful. Astonishing building, totally unexpected. Beautiful painting, tileswork and... Read full review - Dawnes7560Birmingham, United KingdomTrip Type:FamilyA great way to spend a couple of hoursWednesday, 24th August 2022Lovely place , plenty to see and not too busy. The grounds were very nice and the chapels d history were really interesting. There was a railway poster exhibition ….not my kind of thing at all ..but... Read full review
- O357SLjimbTrip Type:FamilyFinding a hidden gem
Friday, 26th August 2022Amazing hidden gem. So impressed with the chapel, lecture theatre and art exhibition. The history of the place is found everywhere, in buildings, pictures and information boards. Well worth a visit Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp / Level Access
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant
- Picnic Site
COVID-19 Response
- COVID-19 measures in place
- Outside seating
Parking & Transport
- Coach Drop Off / Pick Up Point
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
Provider Facilities
- Conference facilities
- Dogs Accepted - In outdoor areas on a lead
- Event Venue
- Toilets
Provider Features
- Forest Location
- Indoor Attraction
- Outdoor Attraction
Target Markets
- Family Fun
- Marketed Towards Families
- Marketed Towards Senior Citizens
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
- Guided Tours Available for Individuals
Travel & Trade
- Wi-fi available
Access Information
Opening Times
| Ushaw Historic House, Chapels & Gardens (1 July 2021 - 31 Dec 2022) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 11:00 | - 16:00 |
* Parking: Ushaw has ample parking spaces, bear right at the fork, as you come up the driveway to the Visitor Car park. Parking is included with admission.
We have four Accessible Parking spaces next to this entrance (24 hours access). Level access can be found here, with full access throughout our chapels, cafe, theatre and exhibition spaces.
For directions (PLEASE USE - SAT NAV DH7 7DW)
Map & Directions
Road Directions
From the South, leave the A1(M) at junction 59, north of Darlington, and continue north on the A167 (for approximately 14 miles) to the traffic lights at Neville's Cross on the outskirts of Durham City. Continue to the third set of traffic lights by Sainsbury's Local and turn left (Ushaw is signposted here, 2 1/2 miles).
From the North, leave the A1(M) at junction 63, Chester-Le-Street. Continue south on the A167 (for approximately 7 miles) until you reach Crossgate Moor in the outskirts of Durham. Turn right at the first set of traffic lights just past the pedestrian footbridge. Ushaw is signposted (2 1/2 miles).
For directions (PLEASE USE - SAT NAV DH7 7DW)
Public Transport Directions
Scarlett Band service 52: direct from Durham Bus Station to Ushaw driveway.
Highlights...
Walks around Ushaw - The Boundary Walk, DurhamThis walk is currently closed for maintenance.
Come and enjoy a 3-mile circular route around the Ushaw estate, starting at the main house and taking in the old hilltop with wide-open views of Durham’s countryside.
The Way of Light, HexhamWelcome to a breath-taking trail that transports you from the dawn of Christianity through to contemporary pilgrimage via Dark Ages battles that changed a region’s faith, abbeys that matched Rome for majesty and a stunning seminary that taught England ’s leading ecclesiastics.
Friday, 5th May 2023 - Sunday, 7th May 2023
Dominion Festival at Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and GardensDominion Festival is a brand new 3-day festival showcasing metal, heavy metal and hard rock bands, set in the stunning surroundings of Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens. - more info
