Bowes Museum
Bowes Museum Newgate, Barnard Castle
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A grand building housing an eclectic collection of antiques, curios, art and relics on 3 floors. Summary via Google
About Bowes Museum
Bowes Museum occupies a grand building in Barnard Castle and displays an extensive collection spread across three floors, including antiques, curiosities, art and artefacts. The Silver Swan automaton is among the notable pieces.
The on-site cafe serves food and drinks at reasonable prices, with staff reported as attentive. The museum is suitable for children.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
What's nearby
- St Mary's Catholic Church 200m away
- Barnard Castle Fire Station 200m away
- Barnard Castle School 250m away
- St Mary's RC Primary School 400m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Visitors say this museum features a wide variety of art, ceramics, and textiles, with the Silver Swan automaton being a highlight. They also mention the cafe offers delicious food and drinks at reasonable prices, and the staff are friendly and helpful.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Guest rating
- 4.6 / 5 (3,345 reviews)
- Good for children
- Yes
- Food hygiene rating
- 4 out of 5 – Good
- Destination
- Barnard Castle
Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.