The Bowes Museum
Exhibitions and Events, Talks and Markets.
About The Bowes Museum
The Bowes Museum is open daily. Closed only 25 & 26 December & 1 January.
The Building.
The magnificent French style chateau took 13 years to complete. It is French both in architectural design and inspiration in contrast with contemporary English museums which followed classical designs. The building was designed with the collaboration of two architects, Jules Pellechet from France and John Edward Watson of Newcastle. The Bowes Museum was the first building in the country to be designed in metric rather than imperial. Stone was quarried at the nearby Bowes estate at Streatlam.
Park & Gardens.
The gardens were originally designed by John and Joséphine Bowes, and the formal parterre garden, complements this unique building. Today you can explore acres of parkland, enjoy a private picnic or go for a peaceful stroll around the grounds where there are specimen trees from all over the world.
Many events take place in the grounds throughout the year including Theatre performances, the Teesdale Brass Band Contest and the Teesdale Food and Craft Festival.
The fountains have recently been restored thanks to Northumbrian Water through its employee volunteer scheme.
Contact information
- Phone: 01833 690606
- Email: info@thebowesmuseum.org.uk
- Web: www.thebowesmuseum.org.uk
- Address: The Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 8NP
| Day | Opening hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 to 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 to 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 to 17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 to 17:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 to 17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 to 17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 to 17:00 |
Events
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Bag for Life - Embroidery Workshop | Wed 10 Dec 08 |
| Christmas Market | Sun 21 Dec 08 |
| The Bowes Museum | Daily |
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