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Beamish Horse Ploughing Match and Country Crafts
Ploughmen from throughout the country compete in the annual Beamish Ploughing Match. Watch the magnificent heavy horses at work, with traditional harness and ploughs and see the preparations for the 'Decorated Heavy Horses' class. Explore a fascinating display of horse-powered farm machinery nearby along with demonstrations.
Performance / Starting Times
Open All Year
| 23/08/2008 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| family 2 | £46.00 per ticket type |
| family 1 | £32.00 per ticket type |
| adult | £16.00 per ticket type |
| concession | £12.50 per ticket type |
| child | £10.00 per ticket type |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Road Directions
Signposted from the A1(M) Junction 63, then follow the A693 towards Stanley for around 4 miles, following the signs for Beamish Museum.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest Railway or Metro Station: Newcastle upon Tyne Central Station (8 Miles).
Directions from this station: Service bus 709 from Newcastle Eldon Square.
Beamish
County Durham
DH9 0RG
Tel: +44 0191 370 4000
Fax: +44 0191 370 4001
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