The Bowes Museum

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 the 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

* Open all year, daily, 10.00-17.00. Closed 25 & 26 Dec, 1 Jan.

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