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The Bowes Museum
Contact Information
Barnard Castle
County Durham
DL12 8NP
Tel: +44 01833 690606
Fax: +44 01833 637163
Travel Directions
The Bowes Museum, in the picturesque market town of Barnard Castle, offers a fascinating experience.
Inside the grand French-style chateau, you enter another world with over 17 galleries to enjoy. The extensive collections of European fine and decorative arts cover a broad range of styles and periods. Many of the objects were bought by museum founders John and Josephine Bowes over 100 years ago, including the magical Silver Swan.
Alongside the collections you can see some of the country's leading exhibitions, often bringing works of international significance to the North East.
Stay awhile and enjoy the acclaimed Cafe Bowes serving up delicious meals using ingredients from local producers to offer a real taste of Teesdale.
With the Gift Shop, Park and Gardens to end your visit you can be sure of a memorable day out for all.
Accessibility:
Vaqas Accreditation
VAQAS accreditation.
Gradings
- VAQAS VB Attraction VAQAS
Awards
- Visit Britain Code of Practice 2008
- Green Awards Green Tourism Business Scheme - Silver 2008
Opening Times
Open All Year
| 02/01/2008 - 24/12/2008 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| 27/12/2008 - 31/12/2008 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| 02/01/2009 - 24/12/2009 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| 27/12/2009 - 31/12/2009 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Adult | £7.00 per ticket type |
| Concession | £6.00 per ticket type |
| Group Travel | £5.50 per ticket type |
| Child (under 16) | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Road Directions
The Bowes Museum is situated on Newgate in the town of Barnard Castle. 5 minutes from the A66, 20 minutes from Scotch Corner (A1), 40 minutes from Penrith (M6).
Public Transport Directions
The Bowes Museum is 17 miles from Darlington. Bus services run regularly to Barnard Castle from Darlington, Bishop Auckland and Richmond. Call Traveline on 0871 200 2233
Facilities
Provider Features
- In town/city centre - On edge of Barnard Castle
- Indoor Attraction
- No Smoking Attraction
Accessibility
- All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors - Audio Loop in education room and reception only.
- Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors - Clear signage throughout the attraction (e.g. colour contrasted, large lettering, use of pictograms etc).
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp / Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant
- Picnic Site
Payment Methods
- American Express accepted
- Approx length of visit - 2-3 hours
- Blue Badge Guides admitted free
- Delta accepted
- Groups Accepted
- Maestro accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Max group size - 200
- Min group size - 12
- Solo accepted
- Special group rates
- Sterling Travellers Cheques accepted
- TIC Staff Admitted Free
- Visa accepted
Provider Facilities
- Conference facilities
- Dogs Accepted - Assistance dogs only in building. Dogs on leads in grounds.
- Event Venue
- Printed Material in Foreign Languages
- Staff Fluent in Languages - Other - Please call in advance
- Toilets
Target Markets
- Family Fun
- Marketed Towards Children
- Marketed Towards Families
- Marketed Towards Senior Citizens
- Marketed Towards Students / Youth
Tours and Demonstrations
- Demonstrations Given - Occasionally. Please call in advance.
- Educational Visits Accepted - 2 meeting rooms which hold between 15 and 60 delegates.
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
- Guided Tours Available for Individuals
Languages spoken
- French spoken
- German spoken
Printed Material in Foreign Languages
- Dutch printed material
- French printed material
- German printed material
Attraction Facilities
- Education Groups Min - 15
- Educational Groups Max - 500
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